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California’s kelp forests have declined by 93% due to sea urchin overpopulation, threatening marine life and carbon sequestration. Restoring them is crucial for ecosystem balance and climate resilience.


Sea urchins have devastated kelp forests in California. Support California Curated by buying us a coffee? Two centuries ago, the waters off the California coast were home to a vibrant ecosystem of …

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