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Antarctic Krill Facts, Pictures & Info: Meet The Small Crustacean That Plays A Big Part In The Antarctic Ecosystem

February 8, 2020
Antarctic Krill Facts

It may be small, but the Antarctic krill plays a vital part in the Antarctic food chain. Some of the best-known Antarctic animals, including whales, seals and penguins, rely on this marine crustacean for food…

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