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==Settlements on the Antarctic continent==

There are many research stations in Antarctica, both permanent and summer only. Many of the stations are staffed all year. [[McMurdo Station]] is the largest with an average population of 1200.

A total of 30 countries (as of October 2006), all signatory to the [[Antarctic Treaty System|Antarctic Treaty]], operate seasonal (summer) or year-round research stations on the continent and on its surrounding islands. In addition to these permanent stations, approximately 30 field camps are established each austral summer to support specific one-off projects.<ref>[https://www.nsf.gov/pubs/1997/antpanel/4past.htm 4.0 Antarctica – Past and Present<!-- Bot generated title -->]</ref>

The full list is available at:
[[Research stations in Antarctica]].