Fur Seals are not animals you want to get close to, but they are very friendly and social creatures. Baby fur seals will fake attack you by coming up aggressively and then backing away real quick. This big guy was putting on a show for us as he kept doing back bends.

The Antarctic Treaty was signed into effect December 1, 1959 to become the only continent with no territorial sovereignty. This was to ensure that all who came, came with peaceful purposes only, so no nuclear waste or production to be established here. This agreement also promotes international scientific cooperation in Antarctica and helps preserve the fragile balance of life.