Kelp forests are underwater areas with a high density of kelp. The term 'kelp' refers to marine algae belonging to the taxonomic order Laminariales (Phylum: Heterokontophyta). Though not considered a taxonomically diverse order, kelps are highly diverse structurally and functionally.[4] The most widely recognized species are the giant kelps (Macrocystis spp.), although there are numerous other genera such as Laminaria, Ecklonia, Lessonia, Alaria and Eisenia.
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Informational site on California kelp forest ecosystem distribution and ecology, including associated algal and animal (invertebrates and fishes) assemblages.
Overview of the biology and ecology of kelp forest ecosystems, written by staff of Marine Discovery Center, Victoria, Australia.
Provides an overview which includes ecosystem architecture, trophic ecology, patch dynamics, human use, and threats and management. With references.
Provides an overview which includes ecosystem architecture, trophic ecology, patch dynamics, human use, and threats and management. With references.
Informational site on California kelp forest ecosystem distribution and ecology, including associated algal and animal (invertebrates and fishes) assemblages.
Overview of the biology and ecology of kelp forest ecosystems, written by staff of Marine Discovery Center, Victoria, Australia.
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