Polar Science 2005 Blog
question from a Big Bad Wolf
Posted By: tomhawke, Dr. Hawke on Monday, November 28, 2005
I was recently asked a question by one of the USA Big Bad Wolves team members.
>I was wondering if you ever wanted to pack up and get out >of Antarctica for a weekend or do you enjoy it? And have >you seen any animals other than seals and can you post >pictures?
Well, regarding the pictures, I hope you have seen my pics and videos of penguins (Adelie and Emperor). I have also posted a picture of the Crabeater seal. There are a few Crabeater seals that have made their way into the McMurdo Sound area. The only other animal that I have seen is the skua. It is a seagull and I have not posted a picture of them. I will try to get a picture of one and post it (however don't be surprised when it looks like a tan-coloured sea gull!). Oh, I also saw a jelly-fish when I was in the Ob tube at Penguin Ranch!
Regarding the wanting to leave for a weekend...I think everyone feels like that once in a while. There is not a lot of alone time here and sometimes you can feel cramped. I have felt like that a few times but it is natural and I just remember all the amazing things I am getting to see and do here. The other thing you have to remember is not to take out your frustrations on other people around you, it is not necessarily their fault you feel like that. If you remember those things then the team will get along fine! Our team has followed these rules and we get along great!
Thanks for your question.
Dr. Hawke
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