Foyn Island
James Ross Island, Svend Foyn Island
71°57′S 171°05′E
Foyn Island, also known as Svend Foyn Island, is the second largest island in the Possession Islands, East Antarctica, lying 6 kilometres (4 mi) south-west of Possession Island. An Adélie penguin rookery covers much of the island, which is often included in the itinerary of Antarctic cruises.
71°57′S 171°05′E
Overview
Foyn Island, also known as Svend Foyn Island, is the second largest island in the Possession Islands, East Antarctica, lying 6 kilometres (4 mi) south-west of Possession Island. An Adélie penguin rookery covers much of the island, which is often included in the itinerary of Antarctic cruises.
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Nearest islands
- Bull Island3.0 km
- Possession Island7.7 km
Also in Possession Islands
Possession Island
2.8 km²▲ 110 m
Major islands
Bull Island
0.23 km²▲ 28 m
Minor islands