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The Antarctic Legacy of South Africa bids a heartfelt goodbye to Professor Nico de Bruyn, and wish him all the best when he is moving onto new adventures abroad. He has been a distinguished figure in Antarctic and sub-Antarctic mammal research for over two decades and has significantly advanced our understanding of marine mammals in […]

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On 18 March 2011, South Africa officially opened the new Marion Island Research Base, marking a significant milestone in the country’s commitment to environmental research and conservation. Situated in the sub-Antarctic region, Marion Island is one of the most remote and ecologically sensitive locations on Earth. This research facility has played a crucial role in […]

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A bumper second issue of Marion 81 overwintering team the Wanderer Newsletter  February 2025 now available! DOWNLOAD NEWSLETTER here Greetings from the team From the editors: “On a work front it has been busy to say the least. Seals have been weighed and tagged. Birds have been counted, nests marked and fledglings waved goodbye to. […]

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