Scientists say forensic analyses of soil samples from these caves have revealed intriguing traces of DNA from algae, mosses and small animals. Photo: AFPMelbourne: A secret world of animals and plants — including unknown species — may be thriving in warm caves under Antarctica’s glaciers, scientists said on Friday. Forensic analyses of soil samples from these caves have revealed intriguing traces of DNA from algae, mosses and small animals, researchers said. “It can be really warm inside the caves - up to 25 degrees Celsius in some caves. “The findings from this new study suggest there might be higher plants and animals as well,” Cary said.

Source: Mint September 08, 2017 09:56 UTC