Intensifying marine heatwaves and limited protection threaten global kelp forests
N. Arafeh-Dalmau, J. C. Villasenor-Derbez, D. S. Schoeman, A. M. Soto, T. W. Bell, C. L. Butler, M. Costa, L. V. Dunga, H. F. Houskeeper, C. Lagger, C. Pantano, D. Lainez del Pozo, K. J. Sink, F. Micheli, K. C. Cavanaugh
The paper assesses future threats to global kelp forests from intensifying marine heatwaves and limited protection, finding increased exposure and low current conservation coverage.
bioRxiv · May 13, 2024 · PreprintEcology