Kidd Islands facts for kids
 Kidd Islands
Location in Antarctica
Location in Antarctica
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| Geography | |
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| Location | Antarctica |
| Coordinates | 66°27′S 65°59′W / 66.450°S 65.983°W |
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| Administered under the Antarctic Treaty System | |
| Demographics | |
| Population | Uninhabited |
The Kidd Islands are a small group of islands located in Antarctica. They are found within Darbel Bay, which is off the west coast of Graham Land. These islands are a part of the vast, icy continent of Antarctica.
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Discovering the Kidd Islands
These islands were first seen and photographed by an expedition in 1956–57. This group was called the Falkland Islands and Dependencies Aerial Survey Expedition. They used special cameras to map the area from the air.
Where Are They Located?
The Kidd Islands are in Darbel Bay. This bay is on the west side of Graham Land. Graham Land is the northern part of the Antarctic Peninsula. The islands are just south of another group called the Darbel Islands.
How the Islands Got Their Name
The islands were officially named in 1960. The UK Antarctic Place-Names Committee chose the name. They named the islands after D.A. Kidd. He was a British physicist.
Who Was D.A. Kidd?
D.A. Kidd was important for his work with ice. In 1888, he worked with J.C. McConnel. They did early tests on how ice crystals change shape. This research helped scientists understand ice better.
Life on the Islands
The Kidd Islands are completely uninhabited. This means no people live there permanently. Like much of Antarctica, the islands are very cold and icy.
The Antarctic Treaty System
Antarctica is governed by the Antarctic Treaty System. This agreement ensures that Antarctica is used only for peaceful purposes. It also promotes scientific research. Many countries work together to protect this unique continent.
