Dive In Deeper - The Kelp Reef
Where conditions are right, kelp can form dense underwater forests, which are among the most productive and diverse ecosystems on the planet!
The UK has the most diverse community of kelp species compared to any other country in Europe, with seven out of the 14 species found across Europe.
The species of kelp varies depending on how exposed the coast is to wave action. Very exposed coasts with rough seas have lots of winged kelp, less exposed areas support tangle weed (oar weed) and cuvie, whilst sheltered bays are dominated by sugar kelp.
The predominant species our Kelp tank is cuvie (Laminaria hyperborea).
The Kelp Forest
Join Aquarium Learning Officer, Marie Dare as she discusses native kelp species and the incredible diversity of life that is supported in this important marine ecosystem.
This is part of the Catch my Drift Series of Mini Talks available, full transcripts are available here.
Dive show time lapse video
In the time before COVID we would sometimes do up to 4 dives shows back to back!
Have a look at this time lapse video for a fisheye view.
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