Sea otter return to central California spurs ecosystem improvement via abating erosion through crab diet restoration.

A study in Nature has found that the return of sea otters to central California has had a dramatic effect on the local ecosystem, preventing erosion and improving overall landscape health. After being hunted for their fur close to extinction, otters have started to recover and return to coastal habitats such as Elkhorn Slough. Their diet, which includes burrowing crabs, has aided in combating erosion. This marks a significant success in conservation efforts, demonstrating the potential for animal populations to restore ecosystems.

January 31, 2024
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