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Antártida Argentina


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(41 species + 4 forms with particular treatment that is not considered to species)

Number of records: 703

Last update: 15/09/2026 16:20:20

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Antártida Argentina

General Information

La Antarctic Argentina is a region located at the southernmost tip of the American continent, specifically on the Antarctic Peninsula. This region is under the administration of the Argentine government, although its sovereignty is claimed by other countries. The Antarctic Argentina is characterized by its mountainous terrain, with peaks that exceed 4,000 meters in height, and by its glaciers, which cover most of its surface. The region also has an extensive coastline, with fjords and bays that penetrate the continent. The climate in the Antarctic Argentina is extremely cold, with temperatures that can reach -40°C in winter and 10°C in summer. The region is also known for its strong winds and lack of vegetation, due to the adverse climatic conditions. The Antarctic Argentina is a remote and difficult-to-reach destination, which makes it a unique and attractive place for those who want to make nature observations in an extreme environment. The region has several scientific bases and research stations, which allow scientists and visitors to conduct studies and observations in a controlled environment. To access the Antarctic Argentina, it is necessary to take a boat or a plane from the city of Ushuaia, in the province of Tierra del Fuego, which is the most common starting point for trips to the region. From there, you can take a boat that navigates through the Drake Passage, which separates the Antarctic Peninsula from the island of Tierra del Fuego. The boat trip can be long and difficult, due to the adverse climatic conditions and the lack of infrastructure in the region. Once you arrive in the Antarctic Argentina, it is possible to take hikes and excursions in the region, as long as you have the permission and guidance of an expert. The region has several roads and trails that allow visitors to explore the area, although it is important to keep in mind that the terrain can be difficult and dangerous. The Antarctic Argentina also has several reference locations, such as the Marambio base, which is one of the most important in the region. The base has infrastructure to accommodate scientists and visitors, and offers services such as food, lodging, and medical assistance. However, it is important to keep in mind that the region is remote and that services may be limited. The Antarctic Argentina is a unique and attractive place for those who want to make nature observations in an extreme environment. The region has an impressive mountainous terrain, glaciers, and an extensive coastline, making it an ideal destination for those who want to explore nature in its purest form. However, it is essential to keep in mind that the region is remote and difficult to access, and that visitors must be prepared to face adverse climatic conditions and difficult terrain. The region´s infrastructure is limited, and visitors must be self-sufficient and prepared for emergencies. Despite these challenges, the Antarctic Argentina is a fascinating destination that offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most remote and inhospitable regions on Earth.



Compilation and publication: EcoRegistros – 09/08/2026



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  Order Family English Common Name Spanish Common Name Portuguese Common Name Scientific Name Belonging Records Chance of observation Conservation status Notes
1AraneaeFilistatidaeSouthern Crevice SpiderAraña de los TimbresAranha-das-fendasKukulcania hibernalisNative1I
  
2CharadriiformesChionidaeSnowy SheathbillPaloma AntárticaPomba-antárticaChionis albusNative8III
 LC 
3ScolopacidaeWhite-rumped SandpiperPlayerito Rabadilla BlancaMaçarico-de-sobre-brancoCalidris fuscicollisNative1I
 VU 
4StercorariidaeStercorarius sp.Native10III
  
5South Polar SkuaSalteador PolarMandrião-do-sulStercorarius maccormickiNative15III
 LC 
6Brown SkuaSalteador SubantárticoMandrião-antárticoStercorarius antarcticusNative44V
 LC 
7LaridaeAntarctic TernGaviotín AntárticoTrinta-réis-antárticoSterna vittataNative19IV
 LC 
8Kelp GullGaviota CocineraGaivotãoLarus dominicanusNative17IV
 LC 
9SphenisciformesSpheniscidaeKing PenguinPingüino ReyPinguim-reiAptenodytes patagonicusNative2I
 LC 
10Emperor PenguinPingüino EmperadorAptenodytes forsteriNot listed5III
 NT 
11Adelie PenguinPingüino De AdeliaPygoscelis adeliaeNative16IV
 LC 
12Gentoo PenguinPingüino de VinchaPygoscelis papuaNative74VI
 LC 
13Chinstrap PenguinPingüino de BarbijoPygoscelis antarcticusNative20IV
 LC 
14Macaroni PenguinPingüino Frente DoradaPinguim-de-testa-amarelaEudyptes chrysolophusNative2I
 VU 
15ProcellariiformesDiomedeidaeSnowy AlbatrossAlbatros Errante AustralAlbatroz-giganteDiomedea exulansNative1I
 VU 
16Light-mantled AlbatrossAlbatros Manto ClaroPiau-de-costas-clarasPhoebetria palpebrataNative5III
 NT 
17Grey-headed AlbatrossAlbatros Cabeza GrisAlbatroz-de-cabeça-cinzaThalassarche chrysostomaNative20IV
 EN 
18Black-browed AlbatrossAlbatros Ceja NegraAlbatroz-de-sobrancelhaThalassarche melanophrisNative26IV
 LC 
19OceanitidaeWilson´s Storm PetrelPaíño ComúnAlma-de-mestreOceanites oceanicusNative88VI
 LC 
20Black-bellied Storm PetrelPaiño Vientre NegroPainho-de-barriga-pretaFregetta tropicaNative12III
 LC 
21ProcellariidaeMacronectes sp.Native14III
  
22Pachyptila sp.Native4I
  
23Snow PetrelPetrel NíveoPagodroma niveaNative26IV
 LC 
24Antarctic PetrelPetrel AntárticoThalassoica antarcticaNative4I
 LC 
25Pintado PetrelPetrel DameroPomba-do-caboDaption capenseNative35V
 LC 
26Southern Giant PetrelPetrel Gigante ComúnPetrel-giganteMacronectes giganteusNative63VI
 LC 
27Northern Giant PetrelPetrel Gigante SubantárticoPetrel-gigante-do-norteMacronectes halliNative12III
 LC 
28Southern FulmarPetrel PlateadoPardelão-prateadoFulmarus glacialoidesNative36V
 LC 
29White-chinned PetrelPetrel Barba BlancaPardela-pretaProcellaria aequinoctialisNative4I
 VU 
30Antarctic PrionPetrel Ballena Pico AnchoFaigão-rolaPachyptila desolataNative9III
 LC 
31Slender-billed PrionPetrel Ballena Pico FinoFaigão-de-bico-finoPachyptila belcheriNative1I
 LC 
32SuliformesPhalacrocoracidaeAntarctic ShagCormorán AntárticoLeucocarbo bransfieldensisNative18IV
  
33PelecaniformesArdeidaeWestern Cattle EgretGarcita BueyeraGarça-vaqueiraArdea ibisNative1I
 LC 
34PasseriformesHirundinidaeSouthern MartinGolondrina NegraAndorinha-do-sulProgne elegansNative1I
 LC 
35CarnivoraOtariidaeAntarctic Fur SealLobo Marino de dos Pelos AntárticoArctocephalus gazellaNative16IV
 LC 
36PhocidaeLeopard SealFoca LeopardoHydrurga leptonyxNative8III
 LC 
37Weddell SealFoca de WeddellLeptonychotes weddelliiNative10III
 LC 
38Crabeater SealFoca CangrejeraLobodon carcinophagaNative9III
 LC 
39Southern Elephant SealElefante Marino del SurMirounga leoninaNative4I
 LC 
40ArtiodactylaBalaenidaeSouthern Right WhaleBallena Franca AustralEubalaena australisNative1I
 LC 
41BalaenopteridaeBalaenoptera sp.Native2I
  
42Antarctic Minke WhaleBallena Minke AustralBalaenoptera bonaerensisNot listed1I
 NT 
43Fin WhaleBallena FinBalaenoptera physalusNative3I
 VU 
44Humpback WhaleBallena JorobadaBaleia-jubarteMegaptera novaeangliaeNative34V
 LC 
45DelphinidaeKiller WhaleOrcaOrcinus orcaNative1I
 DD 
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