Within almost four decades, the Antarctic Peninsula has seen the amount of greenery increase by over 1,000 per cent - with mosses being the type of greenery found growing on the land. This is a ...

Antarctica is turning green as plants take over parts of the icy landscape. The change is happening far faster than expected, which could spell trouble for the frozen but still living ecosystems.

Unlike plants, fungi have no chlorophyll and function ... no mycologist had documented any wood-degrading fungi native to Antarctica. After all, fungi generally prefer warmth, and no trees have ...

Visitors to Australia are often shocked at having to declare an apple or wooden item under our biosecurity policies.

Antarctica, known for its icy landscapes, is experiencing a surprising transformation. In this story, we'll delve into the reasons behind the unexpected greening and the potential consequences ...

The Scenic Eclipse is one of only a few Antarctic vessels to carry a submarine. The submarine—the Scenic Neptune —can carry up to six passengers per dive. The sub can go as far down as 1,000 feet and ...

In parts of Antarctica the winter temperature can be minus 60°C. Scientists do experiments to see how the cold affects humans of the world. They also look at the animals and any plants.

Jacob Cooper spent a month on a small boat studying penguins off the coast of Antarctica. He shivered. He got seasick. It was ...