Tiny krill are turning up in deep-sea hydrothermal vents. Scientists want to know why

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What happened

Antarctic krill serve as a crucial food source for penguins, seals, and whales.

They recycle nutrients used by algae.

Now researchers say they've found krill in a surprising place: hydrothermal vents.

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  • Reported by NPR Top and published Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:53:39 UTC.

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