4 Feb 2026
What will Antarctica look like in 100 years? Five possible future for life on the ice.
Imagine an Antarctica covered in shrubs and grasses, or, scattered with the skeletons of birds, seals and dead moss banks. Imagine it covered with lakes and rivers, or perhaps even…20 Jan 2026
Scientists foretell the future of Antarctic life
A team of scientists has overcome a major challenge in predicting how Antarctic life will fare under future climate scenarios. By turning to ecological theory to bridge long-standing data gaps,…2 Dec 2025
Temperatures in a patch of Antarctic moss can vary as much as an entire mountain range
Krystal Randall If you were to wander along the parts of Antarctica that are ice-free, you might be surprised to see something soft and luxurious growing right at your feet:…18 Jun 2025
As Antarctic sea ice vanishes, algae threaten to outcompete seafloor life
New modelling suggests that the balance between algae and invertebrates is shifting, with the potential to alter these ecosystems in profound and irreversible ways.10 Jun 2025
A new model for more targeted conservation in a changing climate
An innovative new method developed by a SAEF-led research team aims to help conservationists identify more targeted and effective ways to protect wildlife and ecosystems. With climate change forcing more…20 May 2025
New modelling predicts risks to Antarctic marine ecosystems from invaders
A new study has shed light on which non-native species pose the greatest risk to Antarctic marine ecosystems.19 May 2025
Glaciers are melting faster than ever. The impact could be devastating
New analysis reveals glacier retreat will lead to loss of biodiversity as vital habitats for specialist species disappear.30 Apr 2025
It’s not (only) a numbers game: where species live matters
All species differ in terms of their commonness. Some are rarely seen; others are everywhere you look. But as it turns out, those that fall somewhere “in-between” have the greatest…30 Jan 2025
New Antarctic biodiversity database starts jigsaw of life across the continent, but many gaps remain
Antarctica, the land of ice and rock, is home to more life than you might expect.20 Dec 2024
Mapping moss diversity and protection across Antarctica
SAEF researchers have completed a continental-scale examination of moss diversity across Antarctica to determine the extent to which their diversity is represented in the current ASPA network.16 Sep 2024
Save the Singing Seal
The Ross Seal (Ommatophoca rossii) is Antarctica’s only specially protected species. It is also one of the region’s most mysterious creatures because we know almost nothing about it. This is…
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