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Where is it? Scotia Sea, South Atlantic Ocean [-54.4957805, -37.7561759]
What's in the photo? Iceberg A23a, which is beginning to break apart alongside South Georgia island
Which satellite took the photo? NASA's Aqua satellite
When was it taken? May 3, 2025
A striking new satellite photo has revealed that the world's largest iceberg is starting to break apart into thousands of smaller pieces as it remains stuck alongside a wildlife refuge in Antarctica. But it could take months, if not years, for the entire slab to disappear.
