Researchers have found evidence of water ice in the moon's polar regions, although the amount of ice present may be less than previously thought, with some studies suggesting scarce surface ice in the darkest craters. There is also indication of possible subsurface ice near the moon's south pole. The findings appear to be part of a broader effort to understand the presence of water on the moon, with some reports possibly confusing the issue by referencing other celestial bodies, such as Enceladus.