by Iceland2020 | Mar 8, 2020
The Iceland Expedition is happy to celebrate International Women’s Day 2020! Many women have contributed to scientific research and equal rights in Iceland, helping to make Iceland one of the most equal-opportunity nations in the world! In addition, the Iceland...
by Iceland2020 | Mar 6, 2020
https://www.theverge.com/2015/12/6/9852406/the-verge-review-of-animals-the-reindeer Introduction Reindeer (Rangifer Tarandus) are a species of deer and the only cervid species in which both sexes grow antlers. Although they are not native to Iceland, there are...
by Iceland2020 | Feb 28, 2020
https://guidetoiceland.is/travel-info/seals-and-seal-watching-in-iceland Introduction The Harbour seal (Phoc vitulina) is one of the two species of seal found around the coast of Iceland that reproduce on the...
by Iceland2020 | Feb 21, 2020
Species Profile: Arctic Fox Image from: https://www.artphotolimited.com/uk-en/fine-art-photography/wildlife/fox/photo/nature-picturelibrary/arctic-fox-sitting-in-the-snow Introduction The Arctic Fox (Vulpes lagopus) is known for its white coat in...
by Iceland2020 | Feb 19, 2020
A big thank you to one of our kind sponsors, S.A.P. Ecology and Environmental! S.A.P. Ecology are an ecological consultancy based in Dumfries and East Yorkshire, offering a range of services including habitat surveys, protected species surveys, and forest management...
by Iceland2020 | Feb 14, 2020
Identification The Atlantic Puffin (Fratercula arctica) is widely known for its large pale cheeks, signature colorful bill, and black and white bodies. While 26-29 cm long, they only weigh 320-480g. The...
by Iceland2020 | Feb 11, 2020
Iceland is a pioneer of renewable energy The country’s extraordinary geological features have also allowed Iceland to generate 100% of its electricity and 85% of its total energy from renewable sources. It is able to produce geothermal energy quickly and cheaply by...
by Iceland2020 | Feb 7, 2020
Identification Common redshanks (/Tringa totanus/) mcan be identified by their long, bright orange-red legs which give them their name. They are speckled brown on their back, wings, and head, with paler feathers below. Their bills are long and thin, and their...
by Iceland2020 | Jan 31, 2020
Identification The common eider duck (Somateria mollissima) is an iconic Icelandic bird. Like most ducks, the males and females are easily distinguishable; the females are a mottled brown colour, whereas the males are black and white with green feathers at the back of...
by Iceland2020 | Jan 24, 2020
(Photo above by Brian Sullivan, Neotropical Birds Online, https://neotropical.birds.cornell.edu/Species-Account/nb/species/bklkit) Identification Black-legged kittiwakes (Rissa tridactyla) are a medium-sized member of the gull and tern family. They have white bodies...
