Jenny Island (Marguerite Bay) facts for kids
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The high cliffs of Jenny Island towering out from the Antarctic waters
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 Jenny Island
Location in Antarctica
Location in Antarctica
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| Location | Antarctica |
| Coordinates | 67°44′S 68°24′W / 67.733°S 68.400°W |
| Highest elevation | 500 m (1,600 ft) |
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| Administered under the Antarctic Treaty System | |
| Demographics | |
| Population | Uninhabited |
Jenny Island, also known as Isla Juanita, is a rocky island located in Antarctica. It is about 3.7 kilometers (2.3 miles) long and rises to a height of 500 meters (1,640 feet). This island sits about 5.6 kilometers (3.5 miles) east of Cape Alexandra. Cape Alexandra is the southeastern tip of Adelaide Island, found in the northern part of Marguerite Bay. Jenny Island's exact location is at 67°44′S 68°24′W.
Discovery of Jenny Island
Jenny Island was first found by the French Antarctic Expedition. This journey took place between 1908 and 1910. The expedition was led by a brave explorer named Jean-Baptiste Charcot. He named the island after the wife of Maurice Bongrain. Bongrain was a Sub-Lieutenant in the French Navy and the second officer on Charcot's expedition.
Charcot even climbed to the top of the island's icy cliffs. From there, he could see that the nearby Adelaide Island was indeed a separate island. He then tried to find a safe harbor for his ship to spend the winter. However, he always had to return to Jenny Island. Eventually, his expedition moved on to explore other areas.
Wildlife on Jenny Island
Even though Jenny Island is small and rocky, some animals visit it. From time to time, large Southern elephant seals come ashore. They often rest and enjoy the sun on the island's shores. You might also spot an occasional penguin waddling around.
See also
In Spanish: Isla Jenny para niños
