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How penguin poop can help to mitigate climate change
Penguins could be playing a crucial role in stabilizing the climate in Antarctica when they go No. 2, according to new ...
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The deadly H5N1 bird flu has jumped species in Antarctica. It's getting closer to 'pandemic potential'
Samples were collected in Antarctica over nine weeks.(ABC News: Tom Hartley) Virus Ecologist Dr Michelle Wille uses the same processes as those used to track COVID-19.(ABC News: Tom Hartley ...
Penguin poo creates clouds that help cool the planet, study finds
Penguin excrement releases ammonia that helps form clouds over Antarctica, possibly slowing climate change in the region.
AUDIO: Penguin poo helps to protect Antarctica
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AUDIO: Antarctic tourist numbers surging
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