Fucus Luetkeanus Collection

Hooded nudibranchs (Melibe leonina) filter feeding beneath bull kelp. Hussar Point, Browning Pass, Port Hardy, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada

Black rockfish (Sebastes melanops) in bull kelp (Nereocystis luetkeana), Browning Pass, Port Hardy, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada

Black rockfish (Sebastes melanops) school shelter in a bull kelp forest (Nereocystis luetkeana). Race Rocks, Victoria, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada

Bull kelp canopy (Nereocystis luetkeana) floating on the surface providing protective habitat for juvenile Rockfishes (Sebastes spp.) Browning Pass, Queen Charlotte Strait, British Columbia, Canada

Hooded nudibranchs (Melibe leonina) with oral hood for catching planktonic prey. In the Pacific Northwest they are often found clinging to bull kelp (Nereocystis luetkeana)

Red Irish lord (Hemilepidotus hemilepidotus) hides on the sebed, with Quillback rockfish (Sebastes maliger) and copper rockfish (Sebastes caurinus) behind in the bull kelp forest

School of Black rockfish (Sebastes melanops) sheltering in Bull kelp forest (Nereocystis luetkeana) in Browning Pass, British Columbia, Canada. North East Pacific Ocean. September

School of black rockfish (Sebastes melanops) shelter in a Bull kelp forest (Nereocystis luetkeana). Browning Pass, Port Hardy, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada

Proliferating anemones (Epiactis prolifera) and Kelp lace bryozoans (Membranipora serrilamella) on Bull kelp (Nereocystis luetkeana), Browning Pass, Queen Charlotte Strait, British Columbia, Canada

Schooling rockfishes (Sebastes spp. ) with Bull kelp (Nereocystis luetkeana)
Schooling rockfishes (Sebastes spp.) with Bull kelp (Nereocystis luetkeana). Different species of rockfish often swim together in mixed schools, as here

Northern kelp crab (Pugettia producta) large adult male is clinging to strands of bull kelp (Nereocystis luetkeana). Nigei Island, Queen Charlotte Strait, British Columbia. September

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"Fucus luetkeanus: A Haven for Marine Life in Browning Pass" In the vibrant underwater world of Browning Pass, Black rockfish find solace amidst the majestic Bull kelp forest. These sleek creatures, known as Sebastes melanops, seek refuge within the swaying fronds of Nereocystis luetkeana. The Bull kelp canopy floats on the surface, providing protective cover and a haven for various marine organisms. Hooded nudibranchs with their unique oral hoods gracefully navigate through this underwater oasis, capturing planktonic prey with ease. Beneath the towering bull kelp stands a spectacle to behold - Hooded nudibranchs filter feeding and thriving in this nutrient-rich environment. Their delicate forms dance beneath the surface as they extract sustenance from their surroundings. Amongst this bustling ecosystem lies hidden treasures like the Red Irish lord and Quillback rockfish seeking shelter on rocky seabeds. They coexist harmoniously with schools of Black rockfish that find sanctuary within these lush bull kelp forests. Proliferating anemones and Kelp lace bryozoans add bursts of color to this already mesmerizing scene. Their presence enhances the beauty and diversity found within Fucus luetkeanus. Schooling rockfishes also find companionship amongst these towering strands of bull kelp. Sebastes spp. , united by their need for protection, swim together in perfect harmony through this enchanting habitat. Clinging steadfastly to strands of bull kelp is another fascinating creature - Northern kelp crab. This large adult male Pugettia producta showcases its strength as it clings tenaciously to its chosen home amidst Fucus luetkeanus. Lastly, we witness Hooded nudibranchs clinging effortlessly to Bull kelps' sturdy stalks. Melibe leonina finds comfort here while adding yet another layer of beauty to this underwater wonderland.