Encounters at the Coast
Seals and penguins are the iconic animals of Antarctica. When you're spending a few days at the coast for a scientific expedition, you are sure to meet some of them along the way. Here are some pictures to share these magic moments.
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A small group of emperor penguins
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Having a break between two swimming sessions
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Going for a swim
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A closer look at emperor penguins
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These look quite curious. They probably want to know what we are doing over here
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Now, who are those people, really?
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Seagull digesting some krill
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Off for another fishing party
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When on the ice, crossing the path of a seal means there is a lead nearby
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Here it is!
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Often, when we walk on the ice, one of these pops up to see who makes all that noise
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Not sure he is happy to see us
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Now, that's a lot better
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Along the coast, life is really hard for some
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This puppy is asking for some milk
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And he is getting it straight away, it seems
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Nicely plugged to mommy, there
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You don't want to get too close, though
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Sharp teeth as you can see
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Digging a hole to go fishing
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Going fishing
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Good job the animals keep us company. You can quickly feel a little lonely here
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Contemplating a trip to an iceberg
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Farewell, humans!
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Back on the road
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