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Confluaria islandica is a uniquely Icelandic tapeworm found only in one lake, reflecting the island’s isolated evolution and the distinct lives of its horned grebes.
The Atlantic puffin is a familiar sight along Iceland’s shores, both remarkable for its vivid appearance and its unique place in local customs and lore.
The northern Icelandic bay of Skjálfandi is shaped by glaciation, volcanic activity and long settlement, sustaining whales, salmon and seabirds.
Common near Iceland and across the North Atlantic, Illex illecebrosus is a key link in marine food webs and a mainstay in regional fisheries.
On Iceland’s east coast, the 1250-hectare Skálanes reserve blends scientific research, archaeological sites, native wildlife and conservation in a remote, dramatic landscape.
Recognised by its distinctive head and quiet nature, this uncommon duck species nests almost exclusively in Iceland within Europe, with strong ties to Lake Mývatn.
