Posted by: Sandy Steinman | October 28, 2023

Sea Otters Help Protect Kelp Forests

Defenders of Wildlife report

Did you know that sea otters protect kelp forests by carrying out an important task? They snack on sea urchins!

Without hungry otters to keep them in check, sea urchins can run amok and devour kelp forests that provide food and cover for other animals. When we help sea otters, we help the kelp!

Learn more about sea otters: https://dfnd.us/3PQia7v


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