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Melting ice shows through at a cliff face at Landsend, on the coast of Cape Denison
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Melting ice shows through at a cliff face at Landsend, on the coast of Cape Denison
Melting ice shows through at a cliff face at Landsend, on the coast of Cape Denison in Antarctica December 12, 2009. Russia and the Ukraine on November 1, 2013 again scuttled plans to create the worlds largest ocean sanctuary in Antarctica, pristine waters rich in energy and species such as whales, penguins and vast stocks of fish, an environmentalist group said. The Commission for the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources wound up a week-long meeting in Hobart, Australia, considering proposals for two " marine protected areas" aimed at conserving the ocean wilderness from fishing, drilling for oil and other industrial interests. Picture taken December 12, 2009. To match story ANTARCTIC-ENVIRONMENT/ REUTERS/Pauline Askin (ANTARCTICA - Tags: ENVIRONMENT POLITICS) - GM1E9B11KC301
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This print captures the mesmerizing sight of melting ice revealing itself through a cliff face at Landsend, situated on the coast of Cape Denison in Antarctica. Taken on December 12,2009, this image serves as a stark reminder of the environmental challenges faced by this pristine region. In November 2013, plans to establish the world's largest ocean sanctuary in Antarctica were thwarted once again by Russia and Ukraine. These waters are not only rich in energy resources but also home to an abundance of diverse species such as whales, penguins, and vast stocks of fish. Environmentalists expressed their disappointment at this setback during a meeting held by the Commission for the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources. The proposals discussed during this week-long gathering aimed to create two marine protected areas that would safeguard these precious ecosystems from destructive activities like fishing and oil drilling. However, despite efforts to conserve this ocean wilderness for future generations, industrial interests continue to pose significant threats. As we admire this photograph taken over a decade ago, it serves as a poignant reminder that urgent action is needed to protect our planet's fragile environments before irreversible damage occurs. The beauty captured within these icy cliffs stands juxtaposed against the pressing need for global cooperation and conservation efforts in order to preserve Earth's delicate balance.
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