This category contains Internet sites that are about or located on Gough Island.
This unglacierized island, and several rocks, is of ancient volcanic origin. Covering an area of 65 km², the highest elevation is Edinburgh Peak at 910 m. It was probably sighted in 1505 with the first landing in 1675. Sealers arrived to the island in 1804. A scientific station has been occupied since 1955.
Claimed as British territory, the island is part of the Dependencies of Saint Helena.
Location: 40°19'S : 09°57'W
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Collection of photos taken during the 54th Gough Island expedition.
The story of the first expedition to the island, undertaken by students from Cambridge University in 1955-6. Includes linked photo gallery.
The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds documents the project to eradicate the mouse infestation on the island. Includes a blog and newsletters.
The South African National Antarctic Program's photographs of the island. Includes teams, landscapes, flora and fauna.
General information about the island. Includes history, maps and pictures.
Entry for the island in the online collaborative encyclopedia. Includes naming, history, geography, fauna and flora.
General information about the island. Includes history, maps and pictures.
Entry for the island in the online collaborative encyclopedia. Includes naming, history, geography, fauna and flora.
The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds documents the project to eradicate the mouse infestation on the island. Includes a blog and newsletters.
The South African National Antarctic Program's photographs of the island. Includes teams, landscapes, flora and fauna.
Collection of photos taken during the 54th Gough Island expedition.
The story of the first expedition to the island, undertaken by students from Cambridge University in 1955-6. Includes linked photo gallery.
