Penguin Island

Penguin Island is a small volcanic island located near the southwest coast of King George Island in the South Shetlands. Named by explorer Edward Bransfield in 1820 after sighting the abundant penguin colonies, the island features Deacon Peak rising to 170m - an accessible climb offering spectacular panoramic views of the surrounding islands and Bransfield Strait. The island is one of the most geologically active locations in the South Shetlands, with possible fumarolic activity reported as recently as the early 20th century. Wildlife includes large colonies of chinstrap and Adelie penguins, southern giant petrels, Antarctic terns, skuas, kelp gulls, and fur seals.