Restoring underwater kelp forests by culling overgrazing sea urchins would deliver significant financial benefits, a new study has found.



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A new study reveals that restoring kelp forests by removing excessive sea urchins, which overgraze kelp, offers considerable financial advantages. These benefits stem from increased tourism, improved fisheries, and enhanced carbon sequestration. Kelp forests are vital ecosystems, and their restoration not only improves biodiversity but also stimulates economic growth, highlighting the importance of active intervention to protect these valuable underwater habitats. The research underscores the economic incentives for kelp forest restoration through targeted urchin culling programs.

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