Sub Antarctic Collection

King Penguin (Aptenodytes patagonicus) colony, huddled together during snowstorm, Right Whale Bay, South Georgia, november

Penguin breeding colony research, with researchers and photographers in the background. Located at St Andrews Bay, this is the largest breeding colony of king penguins (Aptenodytes patagonicus)

Magellan Snipe (Gallinago magellanica), taxonomy under dispute, sometimes also called Paraguayan Snipe (Gallinago paraguaiae) Falkland Islands

Southern elephant seal (Mirounga leonina) after harem and breeding season. Young bulls fighting and establishing pecking order Falkland Islands

New Zealand, Auckland Islands, uninhabited archipelago in the south Pacific Ocean, Enderby Island. Megaherbs, pink Anisotome latifolia flowers, a giant member of the carrot family

New Zealand, Auckland Islands, South Pacific Ocean, Enderby Island, Sandy Bay. New Zealand sea lion (Phocarctos hookeri) aka Hookers sea lion or whakahao. Worlds rarest sea lion species

Penguins at St. Kilda
Little Penguins at St. Kilda, Victoria, Australia

Antarctic Prion (Pachyptila desolata) adult, in flight over sea, Drake Passage, Southern Ocean, november

Southern Elephant Seal bull mouth wide open in threat or fear display on beach during molting season, Falkland Islands

Southern Elephant Seal bulls in mock fight in moulting season, Falkland Islands, January
Southern Elephant Seal bulls in mock fight in molting season, Falkland Islands

Southern Elephant Seal adult bull moulting on beach, Falkland Islands, January
Southern Elephant Seal adult bull molting on beach, Falkland Islands

Southern Elephant Seal (mirounga leonina) bull, portrait full face with threat
Southern Elephant Seal (Mirounga Leonina) bull, portrait full face with threat or challenge display securing harem during mating season, Island of South Georgia

Southern Elephant Seal female (cow) (mirounga leonina) portrait during harem and mating season
Southern Elephant Seal female (cow) (Mirounga Leonina) portrait during harem and mating season, Island of South Georgia

Southern Elephant Seal weaned pup in colony of King Penguins

King Penguin (Aptenodytes p. patagonica). Saunders Island. FALKLAND ISLANDS
King Penguin (Aptenodytes p. patagonica), Saunders Island, Falkland Islands

Gentoo Penguin (Pygoscelis papua) on nest with chicks. West Falkland. FALKLAND ISLANDS
Gentoo Penguin (Pygoscelis papua) on nest with chicks. West Falkland, Falkland Islands. These penguins are resident and breed in the Falklands

Gentoo Penguin (Pygoscelis papua) Keppel Island. Off north coast of West Falkland
Gentoo Penguin (Pygoscelis papua), Keppel Island, off north coast of West Falkland, Falkland Islands

Grass Wren (Cistothorus platensis falklandicus) adult, perched on bush, Gypsy Cove, Stanley, Falkland Islands, February

Yellow-billed Pintail (Anas georgica georgica) nominate subspecies, adult, standing in shallow water, Grytviken, South Georgia, November

Magellanic Oystercatcher (Haematopus leucopodus) adult, walking in shallow water, Carcass Island, Falkland Islands, March

King Penguin (Aptenodytes patagonicus patagonicus) nominate subspecies, adult male, trumpeting, close-up of head, South Georgia, March

Striated Caracara (Phalcoboenus australis) adult, walking on ground, West Point Island, Falkland Islands, January

Leucistic fur seal pup C016 / 8094
Leucistic fur seal pup. Young leucistic fur seal (family Otariidae) on a beach. Leucism is a condition characterised by reduced pigmentation in animals and humans

King penguins C016 / 8092
King penguins. Pair of king penguins (Aptenodytes patagonicus) on a beach. The king penguin is the second largest penguin in the world, reaching a height of around 1 metre

Fur seal pup suckling C016 / 8087
Fur seal pup suckling. Young fur seal (family Otariidae) suckling from its mother on a beach. Photographed on Salisbury Plain, South Georgia

King penguins on a beach C016 / 8091
King penguins on a beach. The king penguin (Aptenodytes patagonicus) is the second largest penguin in the world, reaching a height of around 1 metre

Fur seal pup C016 / 8093
Fur seal pup. Young fur seal (family Otariidae) on a beach. Photographed on Salisbury Plain, South Georgia

Fur seal pup suckling C016 / 8088
Fur seal pup suckling. Young fur seal (family Otariidae) suckling from its mother on a beach. Photographed on Salisbury Plain, South Georgia

King penguin chick C016 / 8089
King penguin chick. The king penguin (Aptenodytes patagonicus) is the second largest penguin in the world, reaching a height of around 1 metre

Southern elephant seal yawning C016 / 8072
Southern elephant seal yawning. The southern elephant seal (Mirounga leonina) is the largest pinniped living today. Photographed on South Georgia

King penguin colony, South Georgia C016 / 8070
King penguin colony. The king penguin (Aptenodytes patagonicus) is the second largest penguin in the world, reaching a height of around 1 metre

King penguin chicks C016 / 8071
King penguin chicks. The king penguin (Aptenodytes patagonicus) is the second largest penguin in the world, reaching a height of around 1 metre

Beachmaster fur seal. Male (bull) fur seal (family Otariidae) on a beach. Photographed on South Georgia

Fur seals by an abandoned whaling station C016 / 8065
Fur seals by an abandoned whaling station. Group of fur seals (family Otariidae) resting on a beach by the disused Stromness whaling station, on South Georgia

Grytviken whaling station, South Georgia C016 / 8064
Grytviken whaling station. Abandoned whaling ships beached at Grytviken whaling station, South Georgia. This is one of several abandoned whaling stations in South Georgia

Blackish Oystercatcher (Haematopus ater) juvenile, standing on beach, Falkland Islands, february

King Penguins, (Aptenodytes patagonicus), colony, South Georgia Island, sub-Antarctic

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"Exploring the Sub-Antarctic: A Glimpse into a Wild and Remote World" In the heart of Right Whale Bay, South Georgia, a majestic King Penguin colony braves a fierce snowstorm. Huddled together for warmth and protection, these resilient creatures showcase their unwavering determination to survive in this harsh environment. Penguin breeding colony research takes us deeper into this captivating realm. We witness the enchanting dance of Western Rockhopper Penguins as they court and nurture their young amidst breathtaking landscapes. Their dedication to ensuring future generations thrive is truly awe-inspiring. Amidst disputed taxonomy lies the mysterious Magellan Snipe. This elusive bird captivates researchers with its unique characteristics, leaving them pondering over its classification within the avian world. The Southern Elephant Seal emerges from an intense harem and breeding season on Enderby Island in New Zealand's Auckland Islands. With mouths wide open in threat or fear display, these magnificent creatures command respect as they guard their territories along Sandy Bay's pristine shores. Witnessing Southern Elephant Seal bulls engage in mock fights during their moulting season on Falkland Islands leaves us spellbound by their sheer power and agility. As adult bulls moult on beaches, we are granted an intimate portrait of these incredible animals that dominate both land and sea. A full-face encounter with a threatening Southern Elephant Seal bull reminds us of nature's raw beauty but also demands our utmost caution. Meanwhile, female seals gracefully navigate through harem and mating seasons, exuding strength while nurturing new life within this extraordinary ecosystem. Venturing into the uninhabited archipelago of New Zealand's Auckland Islands transports us to a world untouched by human presence—a sanctuary where wildlife thrives undisturbed amidst breathtaking Pacific Ocean vistas. Here lies Enderby Island—an oasis teeming with diverse species that call this remote paradise home.