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A fragile environment is one that can be easily damaged/disturbed by human activity and is difficult to restore. How are animals adapted to Antarctica? How do people use Antarctica? Why do tourists go to Antarctica? What impacts do tourists How can tourism be managed? Wildlife Scenery boat cruising Aircraft flight climbing camping walking helicopter flight ice landing kayaking snowboarding ship cruises scuba diving skiing The environmental impact of an individual tourist is much greater than that of a researcher. Landing sites are chosen for a special feature, so they quickly become honeypots. More than 99% of Antarctica is covered with ice, so little is left for tourist activity. Few visitors go on the ice. Tourists only spend a short time ashore, but the impacts do not always reflect this. They want to visit the most picturesque and wildlife-rich areas. The impact is uneven but in places too great. Animals, especially penguins and seals, are disturbed by more than a few people. Not used to humans, they do not like to be touched. If they leave as a result, they may abandon eggs and young. There have been accidents when All tour operators are members of IAATO, which directs tourism to be safe and environmentally friendly. Around 100 companies are involved. In line with the Antarctic Treaty, tourism is an acceptable activity in Antarctica - it is the scale that has to be controlled. Visitors are not allowed to visit Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSIs) in order to conserve precious wildlife and landscapes. Bird Island on South Georgia is one example. Although tourist numbers have increased rapidly in Antarctica, protection remains a priority. A permit must be gained for any activities on the continent. No ship carrying over 500 passengers can land in Antarctica. Never the less, there is concern that larger ships will eventually be
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