Dive into our Kelp Forest with this cute Hello Kitty Diver. Find yourself immersed in the majestic grandeur of a giant kelp forest, where algae called kelp grow as large as trees and support a tremendous variety of life. You may be amazed to discover that examples of this spectacular ecosystem, which in the wild can support over 800 species, exist right off the coast of Southern California. Peer into our 188,000-gallon tank and get a glimpse of what life is like in these special underwater forests. And find the species you see in the tanks on our iPads to learn more about them! Solve the mystery behind why kelp is found in some spots along the coast and not others. Meet some of the animals that live in the kelp forest—and divers that like to visit! Find out how choices you make daily can affect the kelp forest and the ocean in ways you may not even imagine. Also, discover why and how we need to protect this important ecosystem for generations to come. This exhibit features live animals such as leopard sharks, horn sharks, moray eels, giant sea bass, rockfish, spiny lobsters, anemones and more! https://californiasciencecenter.org/exhibits/ecosystems/kelp-forest Measures approximately 8" WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts not for children under 3 yrs. For ages 3 and up.
