Restoration Objective:

The objective of restoration efforts was to restore lost Macrocystis forests and their associated biological and economic value.

Site Selection Criteria:

A site was selected with historical Macrocystis beds.

Cause Of Decline:

Two years of abnormally high sea surface temperatures from 1957 - 1959 caused the complete loss of the last remaining Macrocystis stands along Paolo Verde.

Key Reasons For Decline:

Ocean warming

Scientific Paper

Annual Report, Kelp Habitat Improvement Project 1974-1975. California Institute of Technology

W. North

p.147.

Organisation:

University of California Institute of Marine Science

Site Observations:

Observation Date

15th Jun 1968 – 15th Jun 1975

Action Summary:

In 1968, researchers transplanted adult Macrocystis to a reef lying on the southern boundary of Cameo Shores.

Lessons Learned:

None reported

Project Outcomes:

Macrocystis failed to re-establish in the region from Pelican Point to Newport Bay for a period of 12 to 14 years.

Nature of Disturbance:

Sedimentation and warm water caused loss of transplants.

Key Reasons For Decline:

Ocean warming

Indicator Data:

Indicator:	Ending Value:	Starting Value:
Presence / Absence of Kelp

University of California Institute of Marine Science - Cameo Shores

Restoration Project

University of California Institute of Marine Science - Cameo Shores

Restoration Objective:

Site Selection Criteria:

Cause Of Decline:

Key Reasons For Decline:

Ocean warming

Scientific Paper

Annual Report, Kelp Habitat Improvement Project 1974-1975. California Institute of Technology

Organisation:

University of California Institute of Marine Science

Country

Primary Organisation

University of California Institute of Marine Science

Enhancing Biodiversity

Macrocystis pyrifera

Site Observations:

Observation Date

15th Jun 1968 – 15th Jun 1975

Action Summary:

Lessons Learned:

Project Outcomes:

Nature of Disturbance:

Key Reasons For Decline:

Ocean warming

Indicator Data:

Indicator:

Ending Value:

Starting Value:

Presence / Absence of Kelp

Recorded By

Macrocystis pyrifera

Enhancing Biodiversity

Transplanted Adults

Warm Water

5. Is Assessed Against Clear Goals And Objectives, Using Measurable Indicators

4. Supports Ecosystem Recovery Processes

6. Seeks The Highest Level Of Ecosystem Recovery Possible