How big is the Bull Kelp?

Bull Kelp (Nereocystis luetkeana) reaches 800–1200 cm in length.

At what depth can you find the Bull Kelp?

Bull Kelp is found between 0–20 m deep.

What is the conservation status of the Bull Kelp?

IUCN status: Least concern (LC).

Bull Kelp (Nereocystis luetkeana)

Key facts

Scientific name: Nereocystis luetkeana
Common name: Bull Kelp
Category: Algae
Family: Laminariaceae
Genus: Nereocystis
Size: 800–1200 cm
Depth: 0–20 m
IUCN status: Least concern (LC)
Danger level: Harmless
Habitats: kelp-forest
Behaviours: benthic
Ocean zones: Mediterranean

Description

Nereocystis luetkeana reaches 12 m. Bull kelp, brown alga of North Pacific (Alaska, British Columbia). Single stipe from bottom, spherical floating bulb at top. Very long floating frond. Intertidal-shallow subtidal habitat (0-20 m). Forms less dense but highly productive forests than Macrocystis. Food for sea urchins, fish refuge. Least threatened = LC. More accessible than Macrocystis.

Photo of Bull Kelp

Frequently asked questions

How big is the Bull Kelp?: Bull Kelp (Nereocystis luetkeana) reaches 800–1200 cm in length.
At what depth can you find the Bull Kelp?: Bull Kelp is found between 0–20 m deep.
Is the Bull Kelp dangerous to divers?: Danger level: Harmless.
What is the conservation status of the Bull Kelp?: IUCN status: Least concern (LC).
Where can you find the Bull Kelp?: Found in: Mediterranean.

Other species in the family Laminariaceae

Sources

Taxonomy: WoRMS (AphiaID 240752)
Photos: iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)
Distribution: GBIF (taxonKey 4267628)
Conservation: IUCN Red List
Encyclopedia: Wikipedia