Antarctica
The Frozen Continent
Introduction
The Giant Petrel
This is a ferocious predator. It is the largest of its family. It's wingspan can reach 2m.
Chinstrap Penguin
It can be identified because of a strap under its chin.
Elephant Seal
This giant creature loves to sleep on the shore. It can dive at a depth of 300m and can weigh up to 3000kg.
The Drake Passage
Rough Sea
The sea is very rough. The waves can reach up to 4m. However, this depends on the wind's speed.
The Location
The Drake Passage is located above the Antarctic Peninsula.
Whaling Stations and Scientific Bases
Whaler's Bay
This is whaling Station located on Deception Island. The station is not being used. There is a graveyard for all the whalers who worked there.
Palmer Station
This is the only American Scientific Base in Antarctica. It is situated in the North of the Antarctic Circle.
González Videla Base
This is a Chilean Scientific Base which is situated in Paradise Bay. There is even a small museum to visit.