Krill is generally smaller in size than most other organism that have been commercially harvested. Krill is a rapid spoiling crustacean, it needs processing within 2 hours after catch.
Phospholipids
Omega in krill is bound to phospholipid, which is simimar to the cell membrane in human body. Human body can absorb krill oil much easily, meaning krill oil has higher bioavailability than fish oil.
Astaxanthin
Astaxanthin in krill oil is one of the powerful nutrients that have the ability to cross the blood-brain barrier and deliver essential nutrients throughout the body. It also makes krill oil stable.
Protein
The protein in krill is about 60-65% on a dry weight basis. Amino acid profile of this protein is well balanced with respect with fishmeal, which presents as free form or short-chain polypeptides.