Elsehul
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Elsehul is a bay 0.5 miles (0.8 km) wide, entered close west of Cape Pride along the north coast of South Georgia. It is separated from Undine Harbour by the narrow Survey Isthmus. The name "Elsehul" dates back to the period 1905–12 and was probably applied by Norwegian sealers and whalers working in the area.[1]
Wildlife
Elsehul is one of the islands main breeding grounds for fur seals. Macaroni Penguins, petrels and albatross also nest here.[citation needed]
References
- ↑ "Elsehul". Geographic Names Information System, U.S. Geological Survey. Retrieved 2012-03-01.
This article incorporates public domain material from the United States Geological Survey document "Elsehul" (content from the Geographic Names Information System).
Coordinates: 54°1′S 37°59′W / 54.017°S 37.983°W
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