Tag: Nature

The Polar Retrospective - Russia-US Arctic oil talks, a withdrawn documentary, 'glacial fracking', and Greenlanders' genes

Polar Journal AG Team

This week we look at the latest statement of Russian official Kirill Dmitriev, a now withdrawn documentary, glacial fracking, and a new study on Greenlandic genes.

Tropical climatic phenomenon affects Antarctic fishery

Camille Lin

A recent study published in Nature Scientific Reports shows that El Niño and La Niña influence the recruitment capacity of Antarctic toothfish in the Ross Sea, a succulent fish sold at a good price. These results will no doubt be discussed by the Commission for the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources.

Greenland’s pristine nature used to help veterans with PTSD

In Greenland, like here in the Nuuk Fjord, distances are vast. There are no trees and no man-made structures so nothing can sneek up on you. This helps veterans led their guards down. Photo: Veteranprojekt.dk

Ole Ellekrog

By coincidence, Veteran Project Greenland discovered that a stint in unspoiled nature can help alleviate PTSD symptoms and even prevent suicide.

The Polar Retrospective - Alaska, arctic region of contrasts

Dr. Michael Wenger

In the opinion of the editor-in-chief, the largest and northernmost state of the USA is fascinating in its diversity, but it also shows some contrasts in the relationship between the US and the Arctic.

"It's a perfect time to come up with an alternative framework for the Antarctic"

Camille Lin

Antarctic Rights is an international initiative that advocates the extension of rights to all living beings in order to improve the functioning of the Antarctic Treaty and environmental protection. Two experts provide background to the initiative and explain its implications. Interview.

The Polar Retrospective - South Greenland and the polar bears

Dr. Michael Wenger

Stalemate between South Greenland's Kujalleq municipality and Greenland's government over how to deal with polar bears in South Greenland.

Can fishing at the poles be monitored?

Camille Lin

An unprecedented study reveals the best-ever estimate of the distribution of industrialized fishing. Although the poles are popular fishing grounds for certain species, they are also monitored in very different ways.

Easier cohabitation with Crozet's animals

Camille Lin

Work to modify the coastal facilities at the Alfred-Faure base in Crozet was completed last month, before the breeding season, to give the penguins more space and freedom to roam in this territory recognized by Unesco for the quality of its landscape.

Leopard seals show great adaptability

Dr. Michael Wenger

Leopard seals possess great adaptability when it comes to size and movement, underscoring its position as a top Antarctic predator.

Solar eclipse with ring of fire moves over Arctic

Dr. Michael Wenger

Today at 10:12 CET a solar eclipse will be visible in large parts of the Arctic, but also in other parts of the northern hemisphere.