South Shetland Islands Collection

An Adelie Penguin (Pygoscelis Adeliae) at Paulet Island, Antarctic Peninsula, building a nest with rocks and pebbles in the snow

Cruise ship, Livingston Island, South Shetland Islands, Antarctica, Polar Regions

Mountains on the coast of the South Sheltand Islands, Lemaire Channel, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica. January. Photographed for The Freshwater Project

RF - Chinstrap penguins (Pygoscelis antarctica) displaying, Half-Moon Island, South Shetland Islands, Antarctica (This image may be licensed either as rights managed or royalty free.)

Low cloud at sunset on mountains of Livingstone Island, Antarctica

Elephant seal on beach at Whalers Bay, Deception Island, Antarctica

Low cloud over Half Moon Island, South Shetland Islands, Antarctica

Elephant seal on snow covered beach, Half Moon Island, South Shetland Islands, Antarctica

Landscape, snow covered South Shetland Islands, Antarctica, Polar Regions

Adult chinstrap penguin (Pygoscelis antarcticus) walking in the snow on Half Moon Island, South Shetlands, Antarctica, Polar Regions

A pair of chinstrap penguins (Pygoscelis antarcticus), on Robert Island, South Shetland Islands, Antarctica, Polar Regions

Chinstrap penguins (Pygoscelis antarcticus) coming ashore to find and inspect potential nesting site. Halfmoon Island, South Shetland Islands, Antarctic peninsula region, Antarctica

Flock of Cape petrels (Daption capense capense) in flight against the sea. Against the sun. South Shetland Islands, Antarctica, January

Huge iceberg with streaked sky under expansive open sky. Drake Passage, near the South Shetland Islands, Antarctica, December

Fractured sea ice inside Port Foster, Deception Island, South Shetland Islands, Antarctica

Chinpstrap penguins on a snowy hillside

Rugged Coastline Of Elephant Island; Elephant Island, South Shetlands, Antarctica

Chinstrap Penguin (Pygoscelis Antarctica) In A Snowfall; Half Moon Island, South Shetland Islands, Antarctica

Antarctica, Livingstone Island, Flash Illuminated Portrait Of Gentoo Penguin (Pygoscelis Papua) In Sunshine On Nest In South Shetland Islands

Antarctica, South Shetland Islands, Chinstrap Penguin (Pygoscelis Antarcticus) Walking On Black Volcanic Beach On Deception Island

Footprints of a Gentoo Penguin -Pygoscelis papua- in the snow, Whalers Bay, Deception Island, South Shetland Islands, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica

Antarctica, South Shetlands Islands, Half Moon Island. Weddell seal (leptonychotes weddelli)

Chinstrap Penguin, Pygoscelis antarctica, inexperienced, inexperience, incubating, incubation, adult, abandoned eggs, Deception Island, South Shetland Islands, Antarctic Peninsula, horizontal, birds

A waddle (group) of Chinstrap Penguins (Pygoscelis antarctica) at Gibbs Island (South Shetland Islands), Antarctica on rock shore

A Gentoo (Pygoscelis papua) at Neko Harbor, Antarctica on a rocky mountain with a Hurtigruten cruise ship in the background

Mountain breaking through the clouds, Elephant Island, South Shetland Islands, Antarctica, Polar Regions

Glacier flowing down a mountain on Elephant Island, South Shetland Islands, Antarctica, Polar Regions

Rugged coastline of Elephant Island, South Shetland Islands, Antarctica, Polar Regions

Tourists on a zodiac watching a glacier on Elephant Island, South Shetland Islands, Antarctica, Polar Regions

Floating iceberg, Elephant Island, South Shetland Islands, Antarctica, Polar Regions

View over Half Moon Island, South Shetland Islands, Antarctica, Polar Regions

Old cargo boat on the shores of Half Moon Island, South Shetland Islands, Antarctica, Polar Regions

Elephant Island, Point Wild, Antarctica. This is where Shackletons team lived and were eventually rescued from when Shackleton returned from South Georgia

South Geoprgia Island, Antarctica. Southern Baby Elephant Seal rests up-side-down on the snow

Southern Ocean, South Shetland Islands, Antarctica. Image of a blue Iceberg

Iceberg, Half Moon Bay, South Shetland Islands, Antarctica

Skull of a Chinstrap Penguin -Pygoscelis antarctica-, buried in lava sand, Baily Head, Deception Island, South Shetland Islands, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica

South Polar Skua -Stercorarius maccormicki-, showing white wing patches, aggressive behavior, a gesture of intimidation, Whalers Bay, Deception Island, South Shetland Islands, Antarctic Peninsula

Chinstrap breeding colony at Point Wild, Elephant Island, South Shetland Islands, Antarctica, Polar Regions

High seas breaking in English Strait, South Shetland Islands, Antarctica, Polar Regions

Waves washing over iceberg near Elephant Island, South Shetland Islands, Antarctica, Polar Regions

Point Wild, Elephant Island, South Shetland Islands, Antarctica, Polar Regions

Adult gentoo penguin (Pygoscelis papua) porpoising, Hannah Point, Livingston Island, South Shetland Islands, Antarctica, Polar Regions

Antarctica, South Shetland Islands, King George Island, iceberg
Antarctica - South Shetland Islands - King George Island, iceberg

Adult Antarctic skua (Catharacta spp) steals a penguin egg from its parent, Aitcho Island, South Shetland Islands, Antarctica, Southern Ocean, Polar Regions

Huge snow field in the Half Moon Bay, South Shetland Islands, Antarctica, Polar Regions

Chinstrap penguin (Pygoscelis antarctica) chick, Hannah Point, Livingston Island, South Shetland Islands, Antarctica, Southern Ocean, Polar Regions

Penguin colony on half Moon Bay, South Shetland Islands, Antarctica, Polar Regions

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The South Shetland Islands, a mesmerizing wonderland in the heart of Antarctica's Polar Regions. An Adelie Penguin diligently builds its nest on Paulet Island, showcasing nature's architectural brilliance. A majestic cruise ship gracefully sails past Livingston Island, offering an awe-inspiring view of these remote islands. Mountains stand tall along the coast of the South Shetland Islands, creating a breathtaking sight as they reflect off the pristine waters of Lemaire Channel. The landscape is transformed into a winter paradise with snow-covered peaks that stretch as far as the eye can see. As dusk approaches, low clouds paint a mystical canvas over Livingstone Island's mountains during sunset—a truly enchanting spectacle to behold. Whalers Bay welcomes an Elephant seal basking lazily on its sandy beach, adding to the island's untamed allure. Half Moon Island is veiled by ethereal mist as low clouds dance above it—an otherworldly experience for those fortunate enough to witness it. Another Elephant seal finds solace on this snow-covered beach, blending harmoniously with its surroundings. An adult Chinstrap penguin braves through snowy terrain on Half Moon Island—its determination and resilience echoing throughout this icy realm. Robert Island becomes home to a pair of charming Chinstrap penguins who find solace in each other's company amidst their Antarctic adventure. Chinstrap penguins eagerly make their way ashore in search of food—a delightful scene that showcases their playful nature and unwavering spirit. Against the backdrop of an orange sun sinking into the horizon, Cape petrels take flight against crashing waves—an exquisite display against nature's grand stage. In every corner lies unparalleled beauty and wildlife encounters that leave visitors spellbound. From adorable penguins waddling through snow to seals finding tranquility on deserted beaches—it is here where Mother Nature reveals her most extraordinary secrets amidst ice-capped wonders and endless possibilities for exploration.