The first penguin of the new season was born at the Ukrainian Antarctic station "Akademik Vernadsky". This happened earlier than the traditional time, which may indicate warming in Antarctica.
The ozone hole over Antarctica this year became the smallest in the last six years, reaching 21 million square kilometers. This indicates the recovery of the ozone layer and the effectiveness of the ban on ozone-depleting substances.
Iceland has included the possible collapse of the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC) in its national security strategy. This event could cause a sharp cooling in Europe and have global consequences.
Ukrainian scientists have recorded the early return of humpback whales to the Antarctic Peninsula region near the Akademik Vernadsky station. This is the earliest spring registration of humpbacks in this area, both according to observations by Ukrainian scientists and data from Happywhale.
Mosquitoes, specifically the species Culiseta annulata, have been recorded in Iceland for the first time, a phenomenon linked to global warming. Three specimens were discovered in the Kjós region, which may indicate the species' establishment in the country.
Scientists from the University of Barcelona have created the most detailed map of the Antarctic seabed, revealing 332 colossal underwater canyons, some of which reach depths of over 4 kilometers. This discovery could change our understanding of Antarctica's impact on the global climate, as the canyons influence ocean circulation and glacier melting.
The official trailer for Anton Ptushkin's film "Antarctica" has been released, showing the life of polar explorers at the "Akademik Vernadsky" station. The film's premiere will take place on September 4.
Ukrainian polar explorers at the "Akademik Vernadsky" station recorded an earthquake of magnitude 7 in the Drake Passage. The tremor occurred on August 21, causing a tsunami threat.
Ukrainian polar explorers filmed a unique iceberg resembling a sandwich, with white ice and a bright blue layer in the middle. The blue stripe was formed as a result of the freezing of meltwater in a crack that was once vertical.
Ukrainian scientists from the "Akademik Vernadsky" station showed a winter excursion into the Southern Ocean, where they recorded ice pancakes and encountered humpback whales. Researchers are studying the behavior of cetaceans in the context of climate change.
A new NASA study confirms that the intensity of floods, droughts and other extreme events has increased significantly in the last 5 years due to climate change. Water supply companies are not ready for the changes.
In Antarctica, the population of emperor penguins has decreased by 22% in 15 years due to global warming. Climate change is destroying the penguins' habitat.
At the UN summit, Macron called for action to save the seas and ratify the High Seas Treaty. He stressed the importance of a moratorium on deep-sea mining.
Ukrainian icebreaker "Noosfera" has completed its fourth Antarctic season, making 5 voyages to Antarctica and covering over 20,000 nautical miles. The ship provided crew changes and conducted joint research with various countries.
Ukrainian scientists have recorded a video of an Antarctic minke whale - a whale that swims to the "Akademik Vernadsky" station for the summer. These whales are maneuverable, so they are difficult to study.
An Egyptian heron flew to the Ukrainian station in Antarctica. This species is common on almost all continents except Antarctica, and usually lives near ungulate animals.
Ukrainian Antarctic researchers have achieved a historic victory in the scientific image competition, receiving awards in various categories for unique photographs.
Passengers of the Ocean Explorer experienced an extreme experience when caught in a storm in the Drake Passage. Giant waves crashed through the windows, but the company responsible for the expedition ‘guaranteed’ safety.
The largest three-year loss of glaciers on record was recorded from 2022 to 2024. Since 1975, glaciers have lost more than 9 trillion tons of ice.
Ukrainian scientists have recorded rare sounds of "B"-type killer whales in Antarctica. The audio recording was made accidentally when a group of three animals was hunting seals near the station.
The vessel "Noosfera" delivered a team to the station, which replaced its predecessors for conducting scientific research. Polar explorers are already preparing to collect meteorological, geophysical and biological data.
13 Ukrainian polar explorers, including 4 women, have departed for the "Akademik Vernadsky" station for a year-long expedition. The team will conduct scientific research and celebrate the 30th anniversary of the station's transfer to Ukraine.
Scientists at the "Akademik Vernadsky" station demonstrated a method for measuring the size of whales using a drone and a one-meter ruler. Biologists shared a video of the process on Facebook.
Over the past decade, the rate of melting of the world's glaciers has increased by 36%. Every year, 273 billion tons of ice melt, which threatens to raise sea levels and cause problems with fresh water.
Research has shown that the brain stores memories from the period of childhood amnesia into adulthood, although they are not consciously recalled. The age of the first memories and their detail depend on the cultural environment and upbringing.
Spanish scientists have found massive methane emissions on the Antarctic seabed up to 700 meters high. The gas, which is 30 times stronger than CO2, can cause underwater landslides and tsunamis.
A rare case was discovered on Galindez Island - a family of sub-Antarctic penguins with three chicks. Among the 6,000 penguins near the Vernadsky station, this is the only such family.
The sysadmin of the Ukrainian Antarctic expedition filmed the 635-meter-high Mount Demaria with a drone. The peak is located 8 km from the Vernadsky station and is used for scientific research.
About a thousand penguin chicks have appeared on Galindez Island near the Ukrainian Antarctic station. Most sub-Antarctic penguins have two babies, and their total number on the island has reached a record 7,000.
The Ukrainian research flagship delivered a technical team and supplies for modernization to the Antarctic station. The vessel also brought fresh fruits and vegetables for the winterers.
