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A23a, World’s Largest Iceberg, on Collision Course With South Georgia Island

Posted on by January 25, 2025
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The world’s largest iceberg, designated A23a, is drifting northwards from Antarctica towards South Georgia, a British territory and wildlife haven, where it could ground and break into pieces. If that happens, it poses a grave threat to King Emperor penguins’ … Continue reading →

World’s Largest and Oldest Iceberg Floats Free Drifting Into “Iceberg Alley”

Posted on by November 26, 2023

In 1986, a massive iceberg, almost five times larger than New York City, calved off West Antarctica’s Filchner-Ronne Ice Shelf. The iceberg, designated A23a, immediately grounded on the floor of the Weddell Sea, where it remained stuck for almost four … Continue reading →