Byrd Glacier
CountryAntarctica
Area1,300,000 km2
Length210 km
TypeOutlet
About Byrd Glacier
One of the largest outlet glaciers in Antarctica. Drains a massive portion of the East Antarctic Ice Sheet. Flows through the Transantarctic Mountains. Named after Richard Byrd.
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