Southern Ocean Collection (page 3)

Southern Ocean, South Georgia, Drygalski Fjord. An Antarctic storm blows up where the wind flattens the waves in this protected area

Southern Ocean, South Georgia. Headshot of an elephant seal weaner

Southern Ocean, South Georgia. A female elephant seal and her pup lie together on the beach

Southern Ocean, South Georgia, southern elephant seal. An elephant seal bull bellows

Southern Ocean, South Georgia, cape petrel or pintado, Daption capense. Flocks of cape petrels follow the ship off the coast of South Georgia

Southern Ocean, South Georgia. Two adult penguins stand overlooking the colony with fewer penguins than normal

Southern Ocean, South Georgia, King Edward Cove, Grytviken, Grytviken whaling station. Picture of the church that was built for the workers at the station

Southern Ocean, South Georgia, Larsen Harbor. This is a harbor off the Drygalski Fjord and its protection lends itself to glassy water and beautiful reflections

Southern Ocean, South Georgia. A large elephant seal bull lies in the midst of many penguins

Southern Ocean, South Georgia, Cooper Bay. Macaroni penguins stand on a rocky outcrop before launching themselves into the roiling sea

Southern Ocean, South Georgia. King penguins find their way through the elephant seals lying on the beach

Southern Ocean, South Georgia. A large group of king penguins walk at the edge of the water avoiding the elephant seals

Southern Ocean, South Georgia. A king penguin finds its way through the elephant seals lying on the beach, while an elephant seal looks on

Southern Ocean, South Georgia, Salisbury Plain. After a snowfall, the beach at Salisbury Plain with its penguin inhabitants appears clean

Southern Ocean, South Georgia, St. Andrews Bay. Adults interspersed with chicks create a pattern in the tightly packed colony

Southern Ocean, South Georgia. A group of king penguins find their way through the elephant seals with the crowded beach in the background

Southern Ocean, South Georgia. Portrait of king penguins in the snow

Southern Ocean, South Georgia. View of a group of molting adults

Southern Ocean, South Georgia. Picture of a group of king penguins

Southern Ocean, South Georgia. A king penguin flaps its flippers and vocalizes while lying down

Portrait of Shackleton, from The Heart of the Antarctic
STC169094 Portrait of Shackleton, from The Heart of the Antarctic by Sir Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922) c.1909 (litho) by Marston

Portrait of Dr. Eric Marshall (1879-1963) from The Heart of the Antarctic
STC169087 Portrait of Dr. Eric Marshall (1879-1963) from The Heart of the Antarctic by Sir Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922) c.1909 (litho) by Marston

Survivors of the shipwreck of the President Felix Faure (colour litho)
2779424 Survivors of the shipwreck of the President Felix Faure (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Caledon, Cape Colony (b / w photo)
3092360 Caledon, Cape Colony (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Caledon, Cape Colony)

Mount Erebus (colour litho)
668751 Mount Erebus (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mount Erebus, Antarctica)

The Agony of The Endurance, from Expedition to the South Pole
CHT224208 The Agony of The Endurance, from Expedition to the South Pole by Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922) 1914-1917 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Fondation Paul-Emile Victor

Portrait of Jameson Boyd Adams (1880-1962) from The Heart of the Antarctic
STC169093 Portrait of Jameson Boyd Adams (1880-1962) from The Heart of the Antarctic by Sir Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922) c.1909 (litho) by Marston

Portrait of Frank Wild (1873-1939) from The Heart of the Antarctic
STC169088 Portrait of Frank Wild (1873-1939) from The Heart of the Antarctic by Sir Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922) c.1909 (colour litho) by Marston

One of the Twelve Apostles and Southern Ocean, Twelve Apostles National Park, Port Campbell, Victoria, Australia, Pacific

Some of the Twelve Apostles, Twelve Apostles National Park, Port Campbell, Victoria, Australia, Pacific

Portsea Back Beach and Southern Ocean, Point Nepean National Park, Portsea, Victoria, Australia, Pacific

Snow Hill Island, Antarctica. Nestling emperor penguin chicks having a penguin party and singing

Snow Hill Island, Antarctica. Nestling creches of emperor penguin chicks

Snow Hill Island, Antarctica. Juvenile emperor penguin chick stays close to its parent

Snow Hill Island, Antarctic. Emperor Penguin about to toboggan

Snow Hill Island, Antarctica. Scenic emperor penguin colony with chicks on a sunny day

Snow Hill Island, Antarctica. Creches of juvenile emperor penguins huddling together

Snow Hill Island, Antarctica. Adult Emperor penguins tobogganing to save energy while traversing the ice

Snow Hill Island, Antarctica. A proud pair of emperor penguins nestling and bonding with their hungry chick

Snow Hill Island, Antarctica. Pair of Emperor penguins traversing the ice shelf during a storm

Snow Hill Island, Antarctica. Close-up emperor penguin on its belly resting

Snow Hill Island, Antarctica. Emperor penguin parent bonding with chick

Iceberg off Detaille Island, Graham Land, Antarctica. January 2020

Meltwater flowing off an iceberg. Near Yalour Islands, Wilhelm Archipelago, Antarctica. January 2020

Curves on edge of iceberg in Southern Ocean. One of the most rapidly warming areas on the planet. Spert Island, Palmer Archipelago, Antarctica. December 2019

Hut Point from Observation Hill, 1911, (1946). Creator: Unknown
Hut Point from Observation Hill, 1911, (1946). View of the coast of Antarctica at Hut Point Peninsula on Ross Island. After a watercolour by Dr Edward Wilson

White capped albatross (Thalassarche steadi) in flight at sea. Auckland Islands (Subantarctic), New Zealand, February

RF - King penguin (Aptenodytes patagonicus), four returning to sea. St Andrews Bay, South Georgia. November. (This image may be licensed either as rights managed or royalty free.)

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The Southern Ocean, a vast and mysterious expanse of water encircling Antarctica, is home to an array of captivating wildlife and awe-inspiring landscapes. In this remote region, the Wandering Albatross takes center stage with its mesmerizing courtship display. With wings spanning up to 11 feet, these magnificent birds gracefully glide above the icy waters, their presence adding a touch of elegance to the rugged surroundings. Albatross Island in South Georgia serves as a breeding ground for these majestic creatures. Here, amidst snow-covered peaks and icy cliffs, they find solace in creating life's most beautiful dance. Their intricate rituals captivate onlookers lucky enough to witness them firsthand. As we venture further into the Antarctic region, islands scattered across the Southern Ocean come into view. The sight of a Wandering Albatross soaring through the sky against this backdrop is truly breathtaking; it reminds us of Earth's boundless beauty and fills our hearts with wonder. Moving away from Antarctica but still within the realm of the Southern Ocean lies Australia's Twelve Apostles - towering limestone stacks that rise majestically from Victoria's coastline. This natural wonder stands as a testament to nature's power and resilience. Returning once more to Antarctica, we encounter another remarkable species: the Adult Antarctic Shag caring for its chick at Jougla Point in Port Lockroy. Amidst freezing temperatures and harsh conditions, these devoted parents ensure their offspring thrive in this unforgiving environment. Further south on South Georgia Island awaits another spectacle – a pair of King Penguins waddling along pristine shores against an otherworldly backdrop. These regal creatures symbolize resilience in adversity as they adapt to survive amid ice-cold waters and relentless winds. Not far away at Mickelson Harbor lies yet another enchanting scene – adult Gentoo Penguins leaping fearlessly into frigid seas.