I was leading a walk about seaweeds today and we encountered a few of these Bull Kelp (Nereocystis luetkeana) holdfasts attached to small rocks. The rocks likely served as anchors when the kelp was small, but once they grew larger these rocks just weren't heavy enough to keep the kelp in place.
Fun to see the little kelp "feet," but maybe next time the microscopic stage of the kelp will find a larger rock. You know the famous quote, "You're gonna need a bigger boat anchor." ;)
Jackie-
ReplyDeleteWhen you get a chance, can you tell us about kelp recovery and water temperatures you have observed over the past decade?
NOT wanting create more work for you, but you have the best and most accessible information for those of us wanting a close-up, local view of our coast and it’s life.
As always, with thanks!