Pancake Ice Collection

Coast with pancake ice near Kapp Linne at fjord Isfjorden near Isfjorden Radio, Island of Spitsbergen. Background mountains of Nordre Isfjorden National Park

Coast with pancake ice near Kapp Linne at fjord Isfjorden near Isfjorden Radio, Island of Spitsbergen. Background mountains of Nordre Isfjorden National Park

Pancake ice on the Kitka River, Kuusamo, Finland

Pancake ice, new sea ice is building up. Disko Bay during winter, West Greenland, Disko Island in the background. Greenland, Denmark

Seals Basking on Pancake Ice (bromide print)
3106144 Seals Basking on Pancake Ice (bromide print) by Ponting, Herbert (1870-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912)

Pancake Ice
Susanne Landolt

Pancake Ice along Shiretoko Peninsula. Winter in Northern Hokkaido, Japan

Seagull on Pancake Ice alon g Shiretoko Peninsula winter norther Hokkaido Island, Japan

Pancake Ice in the Ross Sea, c1908, (1909). Anglo-Irish explorer Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922) made three expeditions to the Antarctic

Seals Basking on Newly Formed Pancake Ice Off Cape Evans, c1910–1913, (1913)
Seals Basking on Newly Formed Pancake Ice Off Cape Evans, c1910– 1913, (1913). The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912)

Pancake Ice Forming Into Floes Off Cape Evans, c1910–1913, (1913). Artist
Pancake Ice Forming Into Floes Off Cape Evans, c1910– 1913, (1913). The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912)

Campbell and Priestley Afloat on Pancake Ice, 1912, (1913). Artist: G Murray Levick
Campbell and Priestley Afloat on Pancake Ice, 1912, (1913). Expedition members Lieutenant Victor Campbell and geologist Raymond Priestley

Heavy Pack in which the Ship Was Held Up, 1912, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
Heavy Pack in which the Ship Was Held Up Whilst Endeavouring To Rescue The Northern Party, 1912, (1913). Heavy pancake ice with floes

Pancake Ice And Ball Ice On Lake Winnipeg During Spring Thaw, Grand Beach Provincial Park, Manitoba

Aerial view of pack ice
Top view of pancake ice, Dalvik, Northern Iceland. Image is shot using a drone

Ice floes in winter

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"Pancake Ice: Nature's Artistry in Frozen Waters" The mesmerizing phenomenon has captivated the hearts of nature enthusiasts across the globe. From the frosty landscapes of Kuusamo, Finland to the icy shores of West Greenland, these delicate circular formations have become a symbol of winter's enchantment. In Kitka River, Kuusamo, Finland, pancake ice adorns the water's surface like a whimsical mosaic. Each frozen disk is meticulously crafted by Mother Nature herself, creating an ethereal scene that seems straight out of a fairytale. Venturing further north to Disko Bay in West Greenland during winter unveils another breathtaking spectacle. Here, new sea ice steadily accumulates and transforms into pancake ice as far as the eye can see. The tranquil beauty exuded by this natural wonder is simply awe-inspiring. Pancake ice not only serves as a visual feast but also provides refuge for wildlife seeking respite from their icy surroundings. Seals bask upon these floating platforms with contentment and grace, finding solace amidst the frigid waters. Traveling eastward to Northern Hokkaido Island in Japan reveals yet another stunning display along Shiretoko Peninsula. Against a backdrop of snow-capped mountains and serene seascapes, seagulls gracefully perch on these frozen discs - seemingly dancing with joy upon their icy stage. Delving into history takes us back to early 20th-century expeditions where explorers encountered pancake ice in remote corners of our planet. In Ross Sea circa 1908 or Cape Evans between 1910-1913, brave adventurers witnessed firsthand how this fragile formation evolves into magnificent floes - showcasing nature's ever-changing artistry. Artists such as G Murray Levick and Herbert Ponting immortalized these scenes through their masterful brushstrokes and captured moments that continue to inspire generations.