Kelp: one of the most magical ecosystems isn't on land
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Did you know? Kelp forests cover 1/3 of the world's coastlines
The Great Southern Reef
Australia boasts the world's largest, continuous kelp forest with more than 1,500 species of seaweed including golden, bull and giant kelp!
California, U.S.A
As the birthplace of modern kelp restoration in the English-speaking world, California has more kelp scientists than anywhere else.
United Kingdom
If the British Isles were a castle, kelp would be their moat! Kelp surrounds the islands and hosts a diversity of marine life.
North Japan and Korea
These seafood-loving countries lead the largest, most ambitious, kelp restoration projects on the planet - more than the rest of the world combined.
Patagonia
The Giant Kelp forests off the south coast of Chile and Argentina are so large you can see them from space!
Where can you find kelp?
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Kelp around the world
Did you know? The Great Southern Reef is the largest continuous kelp forest
A biodiversity hotspot
From Sea Lions To Sea Dragons
Almost 80% of species are found nowhere else
Giant Kelp under threat
Rewilding the Great Southern Reef
The race to help kelp
Did you know? Kelp is a sea vegetable rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants
Some food for thought...
Not only aquatic animals enjoy it
Did you know? Over 70% of the world's oxygen comes from seaweeds and algae
Climate change classroom
Downloadable lesson plans for use in the classroom or for students to explore at their own pace
Kelp: The Invisible Forest
Learn about kelp, why it's endangered and how we can help
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