Humans aren't the only ones repelled by penguin poo, however. To krill, tiny shrimp-like creatures, the smell of penguin poo triggers evasive maneuvers, probably because they know ...

Krill is a vital part of the Antarctic food chain, and overfishing could have severe consequences for the ecosystem. Look for products that are certified by organizations like the Marine ...

Nearly all of Antarctica’s iconic wildlife, from penguins to seals and whales, depend on krill, tiny crustaceans that make up ...

Adélie penguins are a vital part of the Antarctic food chain – they eat tiny creatures like krill and small fish, and are a source of food for predators like leopard seals and killer whales. By ...

The foul stench of penguin poop sets Antarctic krill on edge. In lab experiments, the mere scent of penguin droppings — or guano — sent krill scrambling for escape, researchers report March 20 in ...

Krill forms the base of the food chain, and may be at risk as well, explained Watters. “Climate change is a major force in that region, and is creating big changes in the (Antarctic Peninsula ...