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Sea otters returned to Canada and saved kelp, but now threaten a local delicacy
Times of India — Top Stories✓
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Sea otters in British Columbia have recovered from near‑extinction and are now helping kelp forests thrive by eating sea urchins. However, their growing numbers are also increasing predation on northern abalone, a valued local seafood. Conservationists say a balanced approach is needed to protect both the kelp ecosystem and the abalone fishery.
WHY IT MATTERS
The expanding otter population creates a conflict between ecosystem restoration and the sustainability of a commercial shellfish resource.
Sea otters, once nearly extinct due to excessive hunting, have successfully rebounded in British Columbia, playing a crucial role in stabilizing kelp forests by curbing sea urchin overpopulation. However, their increasing numbers have drawn attention to the plight of northern abalone, a critical food source threatened by otter predation. Finding the right balance in conservation strategies is essential to protect both species from growing pressures.
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