Flag of Antarctica
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A flag of Antarctica is a flag or flag design that represents the continent of Antarctica. As a condominium with no single governing body, it does not have an official flag of its own. However, several designs have been created for the purpose of representing the continent.
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Use | National Antarctic programs, nonprofits, expedition teams, and individuals from countries across the globe have formally adopted the flag |
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Proportion | 2:3 |
Adopted | the consultative members of the Antarctic Treaty System have officially adopted it as emblem only in 2002 |
Design | Horizontal stripes of navy and white represent the long days and nights at Antarctica's extreme latitude |
Designed by | Evan Townsend |
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This should be distinguished from flags flown in Antarctica in general, which includes those used by national missions and outposts in Antarctica.