Turkish scientists document rapid shrinkage of Shoesmith Glacier in Antarctica

2026-03-09 - 05:22

Turkish researchers from the National Antarctic Science Expeditions have determined that Shoesmith Glacier on Horseshoe Island is shrinking at an alarming rate of approximately 10 meters per year. The team's observations over the past decade reveal significant ice loss, with the glacier retreating about 3 centimeters daily.