Whales move nutrients from Alaska to Hawaii in their urine, supporting tropical ecosystems

PHYSorg
Mar 10, 2025, 10:12 am188 pts
Whales are not just big, they're a big deal for healthy oceans. When they poop, whales move tons of nutrients from deep water to the surface. Now new research shows that whales also move tons of nutrients thousands of miles—in their urine.

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