The Kelp Project Starring The Santa Monica Baykeeper

[mkmcc83]

I went diving in Tasmania a few years ago, same problem, a +90% reduction in kelp forest coverage.

Warmer water and urchin population are to blame. Plus a huge recreation crayfish fishery that removes a formidable urchin predator.

But then again kelp forest are out of sight, our of mind for most people.

Tasmanians are fiercely protective of their eucalyptus forest, nearly 40% of the Island is locked up in parks. They would be outraged if there was a 90% reduction, no outrage for kelp.

[litteboxer]

looks fun.

[ScubaBobOC]

I was given a link to your work by Michael Wicks at CHLA.

Great video and message - thanks!

[ScubaShadow]

everybody must support kelpt projetc. Keep doing right !!

[rexcook]

Grateful that these guys have their fingers in the dam. beautiful photography, music, and message.

thx