The Arctic Skua, also known as the ‘parasitic jaeger’, has adapted to some of the planet’s most challenging environments with its streamlined shape, agile flight, and bold behavior.
Arctic Skua
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Wildlife
Arctic Fox
Have you ever heard of a fox that can change colors? And it is roughly the size of a house cat? We’re talking about the Arctic fox, one of nature’s most fascinating creatures spotted in the Arctic.
Emperor Penguin
Imagine going on one of our voyages and spotting a penguin that could be as tall as your child. We’re talking about the emperor penguin, the tallest and heaviest species seen during our Antarctica trips.
Macaroni Penguin
With its vivid orange-yellow crest, striking red eyes, and quirky name, the macaroni penguin stands out as the most numerous penguin species on Earth.
Albatross
Considered one of the largest flying seabirds by wingspan, albatrosses spend most of their time above the oceans due to their exceptional gliding flight ability and capacity to sleep while flying.
Gentoo Penguin
Known for its dashing swim speeds and charming pebble nests, the gentoo penguin thrives on ice-free shores and captures hearts with every waddle.
Southern Elephant Seal
Discover the Southern Elephant Seal, a fascinating and massive creature of the Southern Ocean, known for its incredible size, deep dives, and unique breeding behaviors.
King Penguin
The king penguin stands out not only for its striking orange markings but also for its large, fluffy brown chicks, often mistaken for a different species.
Bearded Seal
The bearded seal is the largest true Arctic seal, recognizable by its long, sensitive whiskers. Watch for them ‘bottling’: sleeping vertically in the water with just their nose above the surface.
Arctic Hare
Arctic hares and rabbits share a family, but little else. Built to endure brutal tundra winters, these animals transform dramatically with the seasons. Discover what makes them one of the Arctic’s most adaptable species.
Common Guillemot
Before they can even fly, they jump. Discover the Common Guillemot, the Arctic’s daredevil seabird. From their pear-shaped eggs to a population 18 million strong, learn why these “flying penguins” are a highlight of polar voyages.
Minke Whale
Ever had a whale look back at you? Known for their curiosity, Minke whales often “spy-hop” right next to our Zodiacs. Learn more about the world of the poles’ most friendly resident.