This week we're talking about kelp forest ecosystems, why they're so important, and why they're threatened. From sea stars to sea otters to sea urchins, this story has a lot of interesting characters. Listen to learn more! Check out the story on Haida Gwaii's kelp forests here.If you'd like to support the show, please check out our merch store over on Etsy where we sell stickers, postcards, and hand-made needle-felted ornaments. Don't forget to subscribe and leave us a rating and review. To stay up to date and see our weekly episode illustrations, make sure to follow us on Instagram and Twitter. And don't forget to check out our TikTok! Beyond Blathers is hosted and produced by Olivia deBourcier and Sofia Osborne, with art by Olivia deBourcier and music by Max Hoosier. This podcast is not associated with Animal Crossing or Nintendo, we just love this game. Special music in this episode: Fluid Dreams by Daniel Birch