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According to the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ) a magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck the South Shetland Islands of Antarctica.
About South Shetland Island
- Location: The South Shetland Islands are a remote archipelago located about 120 kilometers (75 miles) north of the Antarctic Peninsula.
- The South Shetland Islands are often called the jewel in Antarctica’s crown.
- It was first discovered in 1819 by British mariner William Smith
- Formation: The islands were formed by volcanic activity, and some of the islands are still active today.
- The most well-known is Deception Island, which has a large, flooded caldera.
- More than 80% of the land area is covered by permanent ice.
- There are no permanent residents on this island.
- Some countries maintain small teams at research stations, depending on the season.
- Fauna
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- Birds: Gentoo, Chinstrap, Adélie and even a couple of Macaroni Penguins breed on the islands.
- Mammals: The marine mammals consist of species such as Crabeater Seal, Leopard Seal, Weddell Seal, Fin Whale, Humpback Whale, and the Southern Right Whale.
Source: IT
Last updated on August, 2026
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