Sea Ice Collection (page 12)

Arctic icebreaker. Icebreakers have reinforced hulls and are used to break through sea ice and open up passageways for other ships

Massive tabular iceberg in Weddell Sea, Antarctica
Massive tabular iceberg in the Weddell Sea, Antarctica

Glaciological research. Aerial view of four glaciologists taking measurements and drilling a hole through floating sea ice in Antarctica in order to determine its thickness

Arctic ice minimum extent, 2005
Arctic sea ice minimum extent, 2005. The extent of the sea ice varies over the course of a year, being largest in winter and smallest in summer

Sea ice crystals. Close-up of large ice crystals that have formed on sea ice, ice that forms on the surface of the sea. As sea water is salty, it freezes at a lower temperature than freshwater

European otter on sea ice
European otter (Lutra lutra) running across frozen sea ice. European otters are found in parts of Asia and Africa as well as across Europe

Admiralty Inlet, Nunavut, Canada. Arctic sea ice melting in pools during spring at Admiralty Inlet. Eroded sandstone cliffs are shown in the background

Polar bear on sea ice off coast of Spitzbergen, Svalbard, Arctic Norway, Scandinavia, Europe

Sunset on fresh sea ice and tabular icebergs in the Weddell Sea, Antarctica
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Polar Bear (Ursus Maritimus) mother with two cubs standing on an ice terrace. WilhelmOya, Svalbard
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Colourful houses and hospital in Illulisat in the midnight sun on Greenland
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Passengers landing at Camp Victor by the Eqip sermia glacier that is receeding rapidly due to global warming
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Sea ice with penguins and mainland in background Antarctic Sound. Antarctic Sound, Antarctic Peninsula
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Polar Bear (Ursus Maritimus) mother protecting her two cubs. WilhelmOya, Svalbard
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Polar Bear (Ursus Maritimus) mother with two cubs walking on sea ice. Rijpfjorden, Svalbard
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Polar Bear (Ursus Maritimus) on cracking sea ice. Rijpfjorden, Svalbard
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North America, satellite image
North America. Satellite image of the Earth, set against a background of stars, centred on the continent of North America. North is at top. Clouds (white) are seen in the atmosphere

Arabian Sea, satellite image
Arabian Sea. Satellite image of the Earth centred on the Arabian Sea and western India. Clouds and Arctic ice (top) are white, oceans are blue and land is green and brown

Northern Asia and the Arctic. Satellite image of the Earth centred on Siberia, with the North Pole at upper centre. Clouds and Arctic sea ice are white, oceans are blue and land is green and brown

Ring Seal Pup in Ice hole on sea ice Svalbard Arctic
BMD-145 Ring Seal Pup in Ice hole on sea ice Svalbard Arctic Pusa hispida Brian McDairmant Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Calm water off the coast of Spitsbergen Island with four small chunks of sea ice, Svalbard Islands, Arctic, Norway, Scandinavia, Europe

Sea ice and iceberg, Antarctica, Polar Regions

Tourists on deck of a cruise ship, sea ice cruising in fast ice, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica, Polar Regions

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"Endurance in the pack ice much resembling a billowy sea: A glimpse into the challenges of Arctic exploration" The HMS Terror. Arctic Expedition 1836-37, forever etched in history as a testament to human resilience and bravery. Camp on the breaking pack ice, Weddell Sea, 1915: A frozen battlefield where nature's forces clash with man's determination. Inuit hunter walking his dog team on the sea ice in a snowstorm, Greenland, Denmark: An indomitable spirit braving treacherous conditions for survival. The sinking of the Eira, August 21st, 1881: A haunting reminder of how swiftly icy waters can claim lives and vessels alike. Looking east from Lookout Point - men and penguins unite against adversity on Elephant Island, 1916. Bound by fate amidst an icy expanse. Sailing towards Elephant Island through open pack ice - Weddell Sea reveals its unpredictable temperament to daring explorers seeking glory. Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) on an iceberg - Baffin Bay bears witness to nature's majestic yet vulnerable creations amid shifting landscapes. Steller's sea-eagle (Haliaeetus pelagicus) landing on pack ice - Hokkaido witnesses this magnificent bird conquering both air and frozen seascape. A midsummer sunset in February 1915 paints ethereal hues upon endless stretches of desolate but awe-inspiring sea ice horizons. Critical position of HMS Investigator on the north-coast of Baring Island - August unveils desperation as sailors face uncertain futures trapped within icy confines. Sledge-party leaving HMS Investigator in Mercy Bay under command of Lieutenant Gurney Cresswell; their journey fraught with danger yet fueled by unwavering determination.