Deep beneath the Arctic Ocean, a surprising transformation is taking place. Melting icebergs are creating new habitats on the Arctic seafloor by dropping rocks carried from distant glaciers, giving deep-sea creatures rare surfaces to settle on. The discovery reveals a hidden connection between melting ice, ocean ecosystems, and the future of polar environments.
When glaciers break apart and icebergs drift away, they are not just floating pieces of frozen water. Many carry stones, sand, and sediment collected during their slow journey across land. As the ice melts, these materials sink thousands of feet to the ocean floor.
