Why It’s Important
Marine snow is basically organic matter that flows down to the land from the ocean’s upper part. It is an incredibly important food source for deep-sea animals since it transfers nutrients and energy from areas of the ocean that receive sunlight to parts of the ocean that do not.
Why It’s Important
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Another Crucial Food Source
However, there is yet another important food source in the waters deep under the Antarctic: krill poo. Krill are tiny crustaceans that live in the oceans of our world and play a significant role there. In particular, their excrement transforms the seafloor into a perfect muddy environment for life. And the life that thrives in that area, as it happens, is some of the strangest that you’re ever likely to see.
Another Crucial Food Source
