adjective
- relating to or located in the region immediately north of the Antarctic
Usage: geography
Examples
- The subantarctic islands are home to unique wildlife species.
- Scientists study the subantarctic climate to understand global weather patterns.
- Penguins breed on several subantarctic islands during the summer months.
- The subantarctic zone experiences harsh winds and cold temperatures year-round.
- Research stations in subantarctic regions monitor environmental changes.
- Many seabirds migrate to subantarctic waters for feeding.