Scientists Identify Microbe Responsible for Sea Star Wasting Disease
TL;DR
Scientists have identified the cause of sea star wasting disease as a strain of Vibrio pectenicida, leading to potential recovery efforts for affected species and ecosystems, especially kelp forests, which are vital for marine biodiversity and coastal protection.
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- Vibrio pectenicida strain FHCF-3 is a causative agent of sea star wasting disease Nature
- Sea star killer identified after decade-long mystery Axios
- Scientists say they have solved the mystery of what killed more than 5 billion sea stars yahoo.com
- Scientists Finally Identify Killer Microbe Behind ‘Terrifying’ Sea Star Disease The New York Times
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