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Sea ice surrounding Antarctica now measures less than 6.5 million square miles ( 17 million sq km) Less than the average for September equates to five times the size of the British Isles.
Less sea ice can threaten habitats for penguins, seals and other Antarctic animal life.
Scientists think Antarctica 's sea ice is vitally important because the ice reflects the sun's light, helping to keep polar regions cool.
Melting ice of course contributes to sea level rises, which scientists fear could see major cities flooded within this century .
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