Seasonal and inter-annual distribution and abundance of floating kelp canopies surrounding San Nicolas Island, Calif. 1981-1992

Map provides spatial data on the location and extent of floating canopies of the giant kelp, Macrocystis pyrifera, in the area surrounding San Nicolas Island, Calif.

Data and Resources

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metadata_created 2025-11-20T11:14:27.059276
metadata_modified 2025-11-20T11:14:27.059280
notes Map provides spatial data on the location and extent of floating canopies of the giant kelp, Macrocystis pyrifera, in the area surrounding San Nicolas Island, Calif.
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title Seasonal and inter-annual distribution and abundance of floating kelp canopies surrounding San Nicolas Island, Calif. 1981-1992