Is this the most valuable thing in the ocean?

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David Biello |

TED-Ed

• August 2024

Whales frequently surface to take in air and let out massive plumes of waste. And while this slurry might seem disgusting, whale poop is much more desirable than it may seem. In fact, it may be one of the most important substances in the ocean — and the world. So, what makes whale poop so vital to our ecosystems? David Biello shares the surprising benefits of whale excrement. [Directed by Joseph Clark, Oh Studio, narrated by Addison Anderson, music by Jarrett Farkas].