Live Kelp Forest Cam | Monterey Bay Aquarium

Discover an underwater forest—at 28 feet deep, the Monterey Bay Aquarium's Kelp Forest is one of the tallest aquarium exhibits in the world. Get a diver's-eye-view of sardines, anchovies, leopard sharks, wolf eels, and a host of other fishes as they weave through swaying fronds of kelp, just like they do in the wild.

Thanks to nutrient-rich water pumped in directly from the bay at 2,000 gallons per minute, our kelp grows an average of about four inches a day and requires weekly underwater gardening by scuba divers who untangle and trim the fast-growing algae. A specially designed surge machine creates the constant water movement that kelp needs to survive.

Don't be surprised if you see rockfish hanging motionless or even upside down among the kelp blades. These fish can hover without sinking or floating because they have a gas-filled sac called a swim bladder that helps them stay put.

Scheduled feeding: 12:30 p.m. Pacific time.

The Kelp Forest Cam is live every day from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Pacific time.

Watch this mesmerizing live stream of one of the world's most dynamic aquarium ecosystems. The Kelp Forest exhibit showcases the native marine life of Monterey Bay in a carefully maintained habitat that mirrors the wild ocean environment. Perfect for marine enthusiasts, students, and anyone seeking a peaceful, immersive view of kelp forest ecology. Learn more at https://www.montereybayaquarium.org/cams-videos/live-cams