Russian scientists have verified the existence of a new island in the northern Caspian Sea, first spotted via satellite in late 2024. Located 30 km from Maly Zhemchuzhny Island, the islet appeared as sea levels reached historic lows due to climate change and tectonic shifts. Although researchers couldn’t land due to shallow water, drone images confirmed the landform’s shape. This new feature may become a key site for ecological studies on how climate and geology reshape inland water bodies like the Caspian Sea.
