Scientists recently discovered amber fragments that suggest the snow-covered continent of Antarctica could have once been a lush jungle.

Amber discovered in the southernmost region provides fresh insights into Cretaceous forests near the South Pole. Approximately 90 million years ago, Antarctica's climate was favorable for resin-producing trees.

The idea that Antarctica is more than just a vast expanse of snow and ice isn't particularly new. However, a recent scientific discovery gives this notion a concrete dimension. The finding, dating back 90 million years,

Ancient amber found in Antarctica uncovers a 90-million-year-old rainforest, revealing insights into its warm, prehistoric climate.