Laminaria Hyperborea Collection

Tangle or cuvie kelp, Laminaria hyperborea (Laminaria cloustonii). Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration
FLO4989400 Tangle or cuvie kelp, Laminaria hyperborea (Laminaria cloustonii). Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration from Hermann Adolph Koehler's Medicinal Plants

Kelp forest (Laminaria hyperborea) in the clear seas of Scotland, UK, September

Orange and white soft corals, Dead mans fingers (Alcyonium digitatum) thriving beneath kelp (Laminaria hyperborea). St Abbs, Eyemouth, Berwickshire, Scotland, United Kingdom. North Sea

Grey seal (Halichoerus grypus) young male swimming above Kelp / Oarweed (Laminaria hyperborea) Farne Islands, Northumberland, UK, North Sea, August

Common lobster (Homarus gammarus) looks out from its hole amongst Dead mans fingers (Alcyonium digitatum) beneath a forest of Oarweed kelp (Laminaria hyperborea)

Kelp forest (Laminaria hyperborea), Atlantic Ocean, North West Norway, March

Young, female Grey seal (Halichoerus grypus) swimming over a forest of Cuvie kelp (Laminaria hyperborea), Inner Hebrides, Scotland, UK, Atlantic Ocean. August

Aggregation of Common sea urchins (Echinus esculentus) beneath Cuvie kelp (Laminaria hyperborea) forest, Farne Islands, Northumberland, UK, North Sea

Spider crab (Hyas sp. ) scaling the stipe of Cuvie kelp (Laminaria hyperborea)
Spider crab (Hyas sp.) scaling the stipe of Cuvie kelp (Laminaria hyperborea) up into the canopy of the kelp forest. Loch Carron, Highlands, Scotland, UK

Common hermit crab (Pagurus bernhardus) feeding on a Flame shell (Limaria hians) in a kelp (Laminaria hyperborea) forest, Loch Carron, Highlands, Scotland, UK

Male Lumpsucker (Cyclopterus lumpus) swimming through Kelp forest (Laminaria hyperborea), Loch Carron, Highlands, Scotland, UK

RF - Herbivorous common sea urchin (Echinus esculentus) grazes in a kelp (Laminaria hyperborea) forest. Farne Islands, Northumberland, UK

Colourful soft corals, Dead mans fingers (Alcyonium digitatum) and common sea urchins (Echinus esculentus) mass beneath a kelp forest (Laminaria hyperborea)

Seaweed (Laminaria hyperborea), X-ray

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"Laminaria hyperborea: Exploring the Enchanting Kelp Forests of Scotland and Norway" Dive into the mesmerizing world of Laminaria hyperborea, commonly known as kelp forests, found in the crystal-clear seas of Scotland, UK. In September, these underwater wonders come alive with vibrant colors and fascinating marine life. Amongst the swaying kelp blades, you'll discover a breathtaking sight - orange and white soft corals delicately adorning the forest floor alongside Dead man's fingers (Alcyonium digitatum). These unique formations create an otherworldly atmosphere that is truly captivating. As you explore further, keep an eye out for a young male Grey seal (Halichoerus grypus) gracefully swimming above the majestic Kelp or Oarweed (Laminaria). Their presence adds a touch of elegance to this already stunning ecosystem. Venturing across borders to North West Norway in March reveals another enchanting scene. Here, Laminaria hyperborea thrives in the Atlantic Ocean. Witness a young female Grey seal gliding effortlessly over a forest of Cuvie kelp – it's like watching poetry in motion. Beneath this natural canopy lies an aggregation of Common sea urchins (Echinus esculentus), seeking shelter and sustenance amidst their towering hosts. Watch closely as Spider crabs scale the sturdy stipes of Cuvie kelp with impressive agility. Nature's intricate web continues to unfold before your eyes as you witness a Common hermit crab feeding on a Flame shell nestled within Laminaria hyperborea. This delicate balance between predator and prey showcases nature's ingenuity at its finest. And let us not forget about our charming friend, Male Lumpsucker (Cyclopterus lumpus), who navigates through this underwater wonderland with ease. His vibrant presence brings joy to every corner he explores within the Kelp forest.