Acuña Island facts for kids
 Acuña Island
Location in Antarctica
Location in Antarctica
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| Geography | |
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| Location | Antarctica |
| Coordinates | 60°46′S 44°37′W / 60.767°S 44.617°W |
| Archipelago | South Orkney Islands |
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| Administered under the Antarctic Treaty System | |
| Demographics | |
| Population | Uninhabited |
Acuña Island is a small island located near Antarctica. It is part of the South Orkney Islands, a group of islands in the southern Atlantic Ocean. This island is quite tiny, measuring about 0.4 kilometers (0.2 nautical miles) from Point Rae. It lies just off the southern coast of Laurie Island.
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Discovering Acuña Island
Who found Acuña Island?
Acuña Island was first mapped in 1903. This happened during an important journey called the Scottish National Antarctic Expedition. The leader of this expedition was a man named William Speirs Bruce. His team explored the area and put Acuña Island on their maps.
How did Acuña Island get its name?
The island was named after Hugo A. Acuña. He was a very important person in meteorology, which is the study of weather. Hugo Acuña was one of the first Argentine meteorologists. He worked at the South Orkney station in 1904, studying the weather in this cold region. The island was named in his honor to remember his contributions.
Where is Acuña Island located?
Acuña Island is found in the South Orkney Islands. These islands are located in the icy waters near Antarctica. The island itself is uninhabited, meaning no people live there permanently. It is a remote and cold place, typical of the Antarctic region.
