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By keeping urchin populations in check, sea otters prevent these spiny creatures from overgrazing kelp beds, which are essential marine habitats ... They attract ecotourism, drawing visitors eager to ...

The kelp forest provides food and shelter for thousands of species – including the sea otters. Along with coral reefs, kelp forests only account for 0.1% however, they account for 0.9% of global ...

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The sea otter’s clever use of tools doesn’t just benefit themselves—it has far-reaching effects on the entire kelp forest ecosystem. By preying on sea urchins, which can devastate kelp beds ...

Captain Mark Schrader sailed the same route 15 years ago and this year’s expedition will compare oceanic changes from the known kelp bed sites, investigating the distribution, health ...

Drawing on a decade of experience creating ... That’s why we’re focusing on communities—those who know their waters best.” Kelp bed in the waters of Arran, Scotland. Credit: Henley Spiers ...

Sea otters are vital to kelp forests, ensuring the health and carbon storage abilities of these important ecosystems. So, while they are exceptionally cute, sea otters are worthy of adding an ...

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One followed a horn shark into the kelp bed, while a sea lion darted through the orangey-colored strands. Molly Morse, senior manager of UC Santa Barbara’s Benioff Ocean Science Laboratory ...