World's Largest Iceberg A23a Runs Aground Near South Georgia
| Summary/Static | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in the news? | World's largest iceberg, A23a, has run aground near South Georgia Island. |
| Iceberg Name | A23a |
| Size & Weight | Size of Rhode Island, weighs nearly 1 trillion tonnes. |
| Origin | Calved from Filchner Ice Shelf (Antarctica) in 1986. |
| Initial Stagnation | Stuck in Weddell Sea for over 30 years. |
| Recent Movement | Broke free in 2020, drifted north past the Antarctic Peninsula. |
| Current Status | Ran aground 73 km from South Georgia (March 2025). |
| Concerns | May block wildlife feeding routes, affecting penguins and seals. |
| Potential Benefits | Releases nutrients, could boost ocean productivity. |
| Future Possibilities | Could stay grounded or move again due to storms and ocean currents. |