We’ve just published the most detailed map yet of the landscape beneath Antarctica’s ice sheet (called Bedmap3), and we learnt some pretty cool facts about Antarctica that you can use to impress your pals. Ready?

Graphic: Hamish Pritchard et al

🌊🧊 The world’s biggest iceberg, A23a, has run aground, possibly sparing local wildlife from disruption. Scientists say its melt could even boost food for penguins & seals. A rare moment where ice meets opportunity. www.theguardian.com/environment/...

A new interactive map of science activities in #Antarctica is now available from the Antarctic Treaty website

The map displays information on science activities undertaken by National #Antarctic Programmes during the last year of operations
#MarineEcology

➡️ Read more: www.ats.aq/devph/en/new...

Gray water: it’s black & white. Every year ships in Antarctica dump millions of liters of untreated gray water full of microplastics, heavy metals & toxins. With ship activity growing & no global restrictions, it’s time for Antarctic Treaty Parties to act. www.asoc.org/ice-archive/...

🌊 NEW BLOG! 🎥 Award-winning filmmaker
@abrahamjoffe.bsky.social takes us behind the scenes of #OurOceans for @netflix.com, revealing the untold stories of the Southern Ocean’s incredible wildlife.
📷 by Ryan Tidman & Abraham Joffe
🔗 Read more: asoc.org/ice-archive/...

The Polar Regions Are Changing—What Do You See? 🌍❄️ PolarRES invites you to share your perspective on Antarctica’s changing landscapes through images, videos, audio, art, or words. Explore how others see the region and add your voice to the conversation. polarres.eu/polar-panora...

Jen Walsh of NOAA calculated that there’s enough Antarctic krill to fill the Empire State Building over 200 times. So why worry about krill fishing leaving seals and penguins without enough during breeding season? Read her blog to learn more. www.fisheries.noaa.gov/science-blog...

This #AntarcticaDay, explore Chile & Argentina's legacy of peace and collaboration in Antarctica with an op-ed by Antarctica2030 Champions Gauchos del Mar and Barbara Hernández. 🇦🇶 #ProtectAntarctica
📸: @kogia_org
lanacion.com.ar/opinion/chil...