Scientists peeked underneath an iceberg and found a startling kaleidoscope of marine life
A hidden ecosystem of giant sea spiders, octopuses, and other stunning sea creatures shows how life can flourish even when sealed off from the surface by a thick layer of ice.
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Scientists Uncover a Frozen History in 6,000 Years’ Worth of Penguin Poop, Revealing Past Ecology on Antarctica
Sediment samples from the Ross Sea coastline are revealing insights into how animals like elephant seals and Adélie penguins ...
Melting Antarctic ice will slow the world’s strongest ocean current – and the global consequences are profound
Part of the system that pumps water, heat and nutrients around the globe is at risk. Climate change could slow the Antarctic ...
Why penguin poop makes krill swim for their lives
Climate change is also driving penguins to colonize new areas, or to stay in regions longer than they normally would, ...
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Avian Flu Is Rapidly Spreading Across Antarctica
Avian flu has wreaked havoc in other parts of the world. According to the World Organization for Animal Health, the United ...