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World's Largest Iceberg Threatens South Georgia Wildlife

The world's largest iceberg, A23a, is heading toward South Georgia Island, home to millions of penguins and seals.
It is moving at less than one mile per hour and could wedge itself in shallow waters around the island in the coming weeks, impacting local wildlife, especially during their breeding season.
If the iceberg becomes stuck, it could hinder penguins from feeding their young, potentially leading to increased mortality rates among chicks. However, this is not expected to severely affect overall penguin populations.
Researchers noted that although the iceberg could hinder penguin feeding, it is not expected to significantly harm overall penguin populations, as the ecosystem is resilient.

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