Sea Ice Distribution around Antarctica (IMAGE) Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel (GEOMAR) Caption Map of the sea ice distribution around Antarctica on Sept. 25, 2017, derived from satellite data. The red circle marks the actual Weddell Polynya. Credit www.meereisportal.de Usage Restrictions only the in the context of this press release License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.