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How penguin droppings may accelerate snowmelt in Antarctica

Scientists have found that penguin guano deposits in Antarctica darken the snow surface, reducing reflectivity and potentially speeding up local snowmelt. The study, published in a journal, suggests that large colonies could have a measurable impact on ice retreat. Researchers plan to quantify the effect across different penguin species and colony sizes.

Source: How penguin droppings may accelerate snowmelt in Antarctica — Down To Earth

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