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Spectacular rock formations in the Seychelles
Boulders such as this one along the coast have been worn away, leaving dramatic formations.
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Traditional Culture and Dog-Sledding in Greenland
Traditional dog sledding near Uummannaq, Greenland in May 2009. In Eastern and Northern Greenland the dogsled continues to play an important role today as…
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Heading out for seal hunting
Greenland sled dogs are covered in a coat of thick, fine wool. They require a 50% fat intake in their diet to develop a…
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Dog sled team at rest on sea ice
The Greenland sled dog and Inuit sled dog are primitive ancestors. The Greenland breed was brought to the country by Thule Culture in 1100…
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Dogs on sea ice, Greenland
Dog sledding is a mode of transport and a tradition dating back as far as the 10th Century in Greenland. Sled dog teams are…
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Dog sled team at rest on sea ice
The beautiful Greenland sled dog is a unique breed that has adapted to the Arctic conditions. It is a direct descendant of the wolf…
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Dog sled team on sea ice
Contrary to popular imagery, pure-breed sled dogs in Greenland do not have blue eyes. They tough dogs have a primitive digestive system requiring a…
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Dogsledding near Uummannaq, Greenland, May 2009
Commonly, dog sled teams are made up of Husky, Malamute or Canadian Inuit Dogs and are required to show endurance and speed, travelling together…
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Dog sled team on sea ice
Traditional dog sledding near Uummannaq, Greenland in May 2009. The image demonstrates the possibility to travel over sea ice during spring/summer 2009. Recent comparison…
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Fishing hole in the ice, Greenland
The small island of Uummannaq lies on the West coast of Greenland, where more than 80% of the land is covered by an ice…
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Preparing dogs for crossing sea ice
The lead dog in a sled team is highly valuable to the musher and is often considered family.
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Puppies for future dog sledding, Greenland
These puppies will become working dogs, dragging traditional sleds across sea ice, transporting Inuit locals to various hunting and fishing areas. These robust dogs…