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Sea Stars as Guardians of Kelp Forest Revival

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Source: Earth.com
Sea Stars as Guardians of Kelp Forest Revival
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A study by UC Santa Cruz researchers found that sunflower sea stars deter red sea urchins from grazing on kelp, creating a 'landscape of fear' that could aid in kelp forest recovery, especially after sea star populations declined due to disease. The research suggests that reintroducing sea stars might be a less labor-intensive method to control urchin populations and restore kelp ecosystems, which are vital for marine biodiversity and the economy.

Topics:scienceenvironment#ecosystem-restoration#environment#kelp-forests#marine-biology#sea-stars#sea-urchins
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