Imagine gliding through the chilly, emerald-green waters of the Pacific, sunlight flickering through waving forests of kelp.

The researchers were able to identify patterns. Scientists stunned by unexpected discovery while studying sea otter behavior: ...

Adorably fuzzy sea otters aren’t just cute. The marine mammals serve a crucial role, helping to restore the giant kelp forests they rely on by removing their top predators, the sea urchins.

describe characteristics of a kelp forest ecosystem. explain the interactions between habitats and species. give examples of producers, consumers and scavengers in a kelp forest. draw and label ...

However, they are threatened by storms, pollution, warming waters, and overharvesting. Sea otter population growth during the last century has enhanced kelp forest resilience, according to researchers ...

Every day California sea otters spend 10 to 12 hours hunting and consume nearly a third of their body weight. Suzi Eszterhas Scientists have long designated the california sea otter a “keystone ...

Their typical haunts include precipitous rocky shores, barrier reefs, tidewater stones, and dense kelp forests. RANGE: Sea otters can be found in California, Washington, Canada, Alaska, Russia, and ...

helping to restore wetlands and protect kelp forests. The aquarium recently built the Sea Otter Conservation Center, a new behind-the-scenes facility that expands the on-site capacity of the sea ...