Lucas Glacier

Lucas Glacier is an ice formation on South Georgia, a British island in the South Atlantic. The glacier stretches across mountainous terrain and forms part of the extensive ice coverage that characterizes the island.

The ice formation was first documented in 1675 when Anthony de la Roche discovered South Georgia. Since that earliest European exploration, ice has remained the defining feature of the region's landscape.

Scientists conduct regular studies of Lucas Glacier to monitor ice movement patterns and their effects on local wildlife populations throughout the seasons.

Access is only by ship, since South Georgia has no airport facility. Visitors must follow strict environmental protection guidelines to preserve this sensitive habitat.

Millions of penguins and seals gather in this region each summer, creating one of the most densely populated wildlife zones in the Southern Ocean. The glacier sits within this remarkably rich ecosystem where wilderness and ice merge together.

Location: South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands

GPS coordinates: -54.06670,-37.30000

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:42