… in the Southern Ocean. It took another 50 years until the seal hunter John Davies reached the Antarctic mainland in 1821. In contrast to all the other continents, … – Siedlungsabfälle Elektro- und Elektronikgerätegesetz Antragsformulare in der Übersicht Produktverantwortung in der Abfallwirtschaft Related publications …

… birds, seals and whales. Some 208 species of fish live in the coastal region and under the shelf ice of Antarctica. 96 species (46 percent) are Antarctic fish (Notothenioidei), a suborder of perch-like fish (Perciformes) which is particularly well adapted to live at … of all eighteen known species are residents of the Antarctic who are endemic as breeders on the continent, the adjacent ice or neighbouring islands. The most well known …

… in Antarctica). Rock is their preferred substrate: rocky surfaces, debris or boulders. Lichen have adapted very well to conditions in the Antarctic, and some species … Source: Cornelius Braun/UBA Next Previous Related contents Antragsformulare in der Übersicht Erhaltung der lebenden Meeresschätze der Antarktis Schutzgebiete unter der CAMLR-Konvention …

… is the driest and coldest continent on Earth. Only in the west temperatures reach the freezing point during the warmest month, January; otherwise, the annual average temperature of - 55°C is far colder. However, the Antarctic is also affected by global climate change: it is warming …

… plate called the Antarctic Plate. Source: Fritz Hertel/UBA When one considers the mile-thick ice shields which cover the Antarctic continent today, it is … m), is on the edge of the mountain range. These facts and findings are based on modern measuring techniques, including radar and satellite exploration and seismic testing, which make it possible to 'take a look' under the ice. Different types of rock formation hint at the eventful history of …

… There are active volcanic regions in Antarctica, for example Deception Island (a caldera flooded by the sea) or the volcano Mount Erebus (3,794 m) on Ross Island. … M. Müller/UBA Associated content Links ANDRILL: Querschnitt durch die Eisschichten der Antarktis Antarctic Sea Ice Extent Animation 2002-2008 Related contents Antragsformulare in der Übersicht Erhaltung der lebenden Meeresschätze der Antarktis Schutzgebiete unter …

… can only be tracked on a large-scale with the help of remote sensing. The Federal Environment Agency is campaigning for a system of international penguin … number of parties to the Antarctic Treaty. Related contents Antragsformulare in der Übersicht Erhaltung der lebenden Meeresschätze der Antarktis Schutzgebiete unter der CAMLR-Konvention …

… solve problems. last update on 27.01.2016 The Fildes Peninsula Region – nature under threat, stuck between logistics and research King George Island is the largest … logistical and tourism activities on the Fildes Peninsula, which has had considerable environmental impact until recently, was the reason for the many years of … is to designate the region as an Antarctic Specially Managed Area (ASMA) in order to better coordinate local activities and make them more environmentally …

… and how Antarctica is changing as result of human.. Source: Fritz Hertel/UBA The Federal Environment Agency evaluates the potential environmental impact of human … various activities. last update on 27.01.2016 It is the responsibility of the Federal Environment Agency to evaluate the potential environmental impact of … Anwendungslabor für Künstliche Intelligenz und Big Data am UBA Antragsformulare in der Übersicht Umweltprobenbank des Bundes Erhaltung der lebenden Meeresschätze der …

… fascinated by this vast ice landscape ever since its discovery. Source: Dorling Kindersley RF / Thinkstock "Imagine a country as large as Australia and Europe … in July 1983. There are also strong katabatic, or fall winds in Antarctica, which reach speeds of up to 300 km/h. Mount Erebus on Ross Island is the world's …

… of an introduction of non-native plant species. Concrete recommendations can be derived from the study results for the improved protection of Antarctic ecosystems … contents Indikator: Artenvielfalt und Landschaftsqualität Pflanzenschutzmittel in der Landwirtschaft Stickstoff CASRI’s Co-design Methodology: The Funnelling Approach … monitoring on Fildes Peninsula (Maxwell Bay, Antarctic) Detrimental effects of underwater noise Tackling the climate and biodiversity crises in Europe through Urban …