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How Otters Are Saving Earth’s Underwater Forests

Hidden beneath the surface of our coastal seas are towering forests - of kelp. These underwater ecosystems are as crucial to our environment as their land-based counterparts. We’ll explore them alongside conservationists who are working to restore these threatened habitats. We'll also meet some adorable sea otters and learn about their role in maintaining the balance in this sensitive environment.

How Otters Are Saving Earth’s Underwater Forests

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