In "What If There Were No Sea Otters?: A Book About the Ocean Ecosystem," Suzanne Slade explores the crucial role that sea otters play in maintaining the health of ocean ecosystems. Through engaging illustrations and accessible language, the book illustrates how the absence of these adorable marine mammals could lead to imbalances in the food chain, resulting in overpopulation of sea urchins and the subsequent decline of kelp forests. The narrative emphasizes the interconnectedness of species within the ocean, highlighting the importance of conservation and the delicate balance of ecosystems, encouraging young readers to appreciate and protect marine life. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Food Chain Reactions .

There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 2011 by Capstone Press .

Suzanne Slade is the author of 100 books for children, including many titles on science topics. Suzanne holds a Mechanical Engineering degree, and has worked on Delta IV rockets and car braking systems before beginning her writing career. She lives in a suburb of Chicago with her husband and two children.