Hercules Bay facts for kids
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Hercules Bay in South Georgia Island, 1996.
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 Hercules Bay
Location in South Georgia Island
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| Coordinates | 54°7′S 36°40′W / 54.117°S 36.667°W |
| Ocean/sea sources | South Atlantic Ocean |
| Islands | South Georgia |
Hercules Bay is a small bay located on the north coast of South Georgia Island. This island is in the South Atlantic Ocean, far from any continents. The bay is about 0.5 nautical miles (about 0.9 kilometers) wide. It lies about 1 nautical mile (about 1.8 kilometers) west-northwest of a place called Cape Saunders.
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About Hercules Bay
Hercules Bay is a part of the rugged coastline of South Georgia. This island is known for its cold, icy environment. It is also famous for its amazing wildlife. Bays like Hercules Bay offer some shelter from the strong ocean winds.
Where is Hercules Bay?
Hercules Bay is found on South Georgia. This island is a British overseas territory. It is located in the southern part of the Atlantic Ocean. The island is quite remote. It is known for its tall mountains and glaciers.
How Hercules Bay Got Its Name
The bay was named by Norwegian whalers. These were people who hunted whales for their oil and meat. They named the bay after a whale catcher ship. This ship was called the Hercules (or Herkules). The ship often visited the bay during its whaling trips. Whaling was a big industry in this region many years ago.
Wildlife Around South Georgia
Even though Hercules Bay is small, the area around South Georgia is full of life. You can find many different animals here. These include large colonies of penguins. There are also many types of seals, like fur seals and elephant seals. Many seabirds also make their homes on the island. They often use the bays and sheltered areas for breeding.
See also
In Spanish: Bahía Hércules para niños
