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The Rayadito โย Aphrastura spinicauda: an emblematic passerine of Patagonian forests and Cape Horn
The genus Aphrastura (family Furnariidae) groups together small insectivorous passerines endemic to the southwestern part of South America. It historically comprises two species: the thornโtailed rayadito (Aphrastura spinicauda, synallaxis...
Cape Horn Biosphere Reserve: an exceptional subantarctic sanctuary
The Cabo de Hornos Biosphere Reserve (Cape Horn Nature Reserve), established in 2005, is one of the southernmost and largest protected areas in the world, covering more than 4,884,000 hectares of southern lands and waters. It contains unique terrestrial and marine...
What role does the new 20-meter sailboat play in enabling Karukinkaโs activities?
The new vessel, Milagro, serves as a cornerstone for Karukinkaโs operations. More than a means of transportation, this 20-meter steel ketch is a fully equipped, autonomous floating base that allows Karukinka to carry out ambitious scientific, artistic, and...
In the depths of the Antarctic, microphones are used to understand sea life (Le Progrรจs โ AFP, 02/18/2024)
A scientific team listens to the white continentโs sea wildlife by immersing microphones in its depths. This is a fascinating journey. In the depths of the Antarctic Ocean, immersed microphones record sounds of โspaceshiftsโ and a range of โimpressiveโ buzzing. This...
Icebreaking polar class research vessels: New Antarctic fleet capabilities (Cambridge University Press, 29/11/2021)
Abstract : Supporting Antarctic scientific investigation is the job of the national Antarctic programmes, the government entities charged with delivering their countriesโ Antarctic research strategies. This requires sustained investment in people, innovative...