Antarctic Ecosystem

The Antarctic ecosystem is a unique and fragile environment dominated by ice, with specialized plants, animals, and microorganisms adapted to extreme cold. It mainly consists of penguins, seals, whales, and seabirds that rely on the surrounding ocean for food. Under the ice, microscopic life forms like algae and bacteria thrive, forming the base of the food web. While land-based life is limited, the ecosystem is interconnected through these marine and microbial components. Protecting this ecosystem is crucial, as it plays a vital role in Earth's climate regulation and biodiversity.