Very few animals inhabit the antartic continent and the surrounding polar sea, which includes  skuas, penguins, whales, seals, few types of birds and microbes.

Taking south pole in particular there is hardly any animals inhabiting other than microbes and men in heated shelters.

Skuas

South Polar Skua

Skuas are big sea birds which feed on fish. They are aggressive scavengers,often pose threat to other birds and penguins are easy target for them. They lay eggs near sea shore. Some researchers spotted skua in the south pole but mostly it was believed they were off course as there is is no food available in the south pole.

Micro Animals

Due to extreme climatic conditions there are no insects in the continent. But some roundworms which are microscopic are able to survive in the soil.

Micro Organisms
Some active bacterias were found by researchers in the south pole. Despite the extreme cold conditions they were able to survive and reproduce.

Penguins
There are three species of penguins found in the south polar region. They lay their eggs inland to take advantage of the solid ice coverage and they move to the sea for food and breeding. Penguins do not fly but they are excellent swimmers. They hunt for their fish in the polar sea.

Seals
Seals live in the polar water and they breed in the land. They depend on the sea for their food. They have thick layers of blubber and fur to survive the cold. Due to lack of predators they survive in large numbers in the south pole.

Whales
Whales are found in the south polar sea. They feed on fish and seals. During summer they move north for breeding.

Birds
More than 30 sea birds are spotted in the south polar sea. They mostly migrate to the south pole during summer and move north for winter.

This book written by Roald Amundsen tells his journey to the south pole and the difficulties they faced which is disguised by his simple story telling way. To appreciate his adventure, read the book.

Download Free Ebook Here (PDF from archive.org)

Amundsen’s crew are experts in use of sledge dogs which helped them to advance rapidly. During the same time a British explorer named Scott also led his team of five to south pole expedition. Although Amundsen’s party reached the south pole five weeks ahead of scott’s team. After successfully reaching the south pole, Amundsen’s team returned back to their base safely but later they came to know that Scott’s and his crew died on their journey.

Inspite of the successful completion of his south pole expedition for the first time, more importance was given to Scott’s heroic death at that time. But later explorers understand the courage of Amundsen to undertake this expedition and finishing it successfully. The scientific base station at the south pole was named after Amundsen and Scott to remember their achievement.

A South Pole Adventure about two adaptive athletes pushing themselves 100 miles to the South Pole, marking the 100th anniversary of the Falcon Scott expedition. This is a story about the human spirit, and what it can overcome!