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"Krill, notably, Euphausia superba are the species upon which the entire Southern Ocean ecosystem relies. Though small in size, they – and the phytoplankton they consume – are the cornerstone of the Antarctic ecosystem’s food web, relied upon by penguins, seals, and the iconic blue whale."
"Krill also play a vital role in regulating the global climate by helping store carbon deep in the oean. However, they are extracted in vast amounts for pet food, farmed fish feed, and dietary supplements – forcing wildlife to compete with industrial vessels."

Penguins, seals, and whales feel sting of Antarctic krill fishing - Oceanographic
https://oceanographicmagazine.com/news/penguins-seals-and-whales-feel-sting-of-antarctic-krill-fishing/