Antarctica's Ring of Fire Eclipse: Visible from Two Research Stations

A rare annular solar eclipse on Feb 17, 2026 will create a ring of fire across a 2,661-mile path over Antarctica, with annularity lasting 2 minutes at Concordia Station and 1 minute 52 seconds at Mirny Station; outside Antarctica, a partial eclipse will be visible in parts of southeastern Africa, southern South America, and nearby oceans, though weather and extreme cold could limit viewing opportunities.