Underwater kelp forests support an incredible range of plant and animal life, making them one of the most bio-diverse ...

Before species go extinct, their populations often shrink and become isolated. Healthy populations tend to have a large gene ...

A skiff used to harvest kelp off Kodiak Island, pictured in 2017. The waters of Southeast Alaska are an ideal environment to grow species ranging from Pacific oysters to ribbon kelp. But growing ...

TENJIKU finished third over 1,000m last time and should play a leading role, with a likely improvement over the extended trip. Buta bigger threat will come from well-bred ...

Often, these mutations are not helpful. But at times, they can enable populations to adapt to change. For example, golden kelp (Ecklonia radiata) likes colder water. But in a population, some ...

Image credit: Colleen Sims/Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions For example, golden kelp (Ecklonia radiata) likes colder water. But in a population, some individuals will have ...

Amid debates on school closings and budget deficits, lawmakers in Olympia are also taking a deep dive on bull kelp. While it may not be the splashiest piece of legislation, this aquatic plant has an ...

But at times, they can enable populations to adapt to change. For example, golden kelp (Ecklonia radiata) likes colder water. But in a population, some individuals will have mutations suited for ...

Join expert guides and instructors to discover the region’s cold-water reefs, kelp forests and seagrass meadows, as well as have the chance to spot the marine life below the surface. How to do ...