Important Food Source
It is organic stuff that sinks to the ocean floor from the ocean’s upper reaches. It is an important source of food for the creatures that dwell under the water. After all, it utilizes sunlight to transfer energy and nutrients from various parts of the sea.
Important Food Source
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Krill Poo Too
However, there is another important food source deep in the Antarctic Ocean. We’re talking about krill poop! Krill are small crustaceans that live in the oceans and serve an essential purpose. To be more specific, their feces transform the seafloor into a muddy habitat appropriate for supporting life at that depth. It just so happens that the creatures that flourish in the area are some of the most bizarre species you’ll ever see.
Krill Poo Too
