Get Antarctic animal pictures (including penguins, seals, and whales) in this photo gallery from National Geographic. read more
Several species of marine worms are found in the Southern Ocean, including Parborlasia corrugatus and Eulagisca gigantea, which at lengths up to 2 m (6.6 ft) and 20 cm (8 in) respectively are examples of Polar gigantism. Like several other marine species of the region, Antarctic sponges are long lived. read more
This list of Antarctic animals contains species found throughout the Antarctic region. The Antarctic is a cold, inhospitable place. It has a low biodiversity, which means that, compared to other parts of the world, only a small number of species are found here. read more
Antarctic animals - The most abundant and best known animals from the southern continent. Penguins, whales seals, albatrosses, other seabirds and a range of invertebrates you may have not heard of such as krill which form the basis of the Antarctic food web. read more