Tabular icebergs are large, flat-topped ice masses that break off from glaciers or ice shelves. They typically have steep sides and can be several kilometers long and wide. These icebergs are often found in polar regions, particularly in areas like the Antarctic and Greenland.
Unlike other types of icebergs, which may have irregular shapes, tabular icebergs resemble giant floating platforms. They are formed when chunks of ice calve from the edge of a glacier, and their flat surfaces can create unique ecosystems on top, supporting various forms of marine life.