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Sea Star Wasting Disease

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Scientists Identify Microbe Behind Decade-Long Sea Star Wasting Epidemic
science11 months ago

Scientists Identify Microbe Behind Decade-Long Sea Star Wasting Epidemic

Scientists have identified bacteria Vibrio pectenicida as the cause of the decade-long epidemic that killed over 5 billion sea stars along the Pacific coast, which has severely impacted marine ecosystems and kelp forests. This discovery opens avenues for potential interventions to help restore sea star populations and protect ocean habitats.

Scientists Identify Bacterial Cause Behind Massive Sea Star Die-Off
science11 months ago

Scientists Identify Bacterial Cause Behind Massive Sea Star Die-Off

Scientists have identified the bacterium Vibrio pectenicida as the cause of sea star wasting disease, a devastating condition that has wiped out millions of sea stars along the West Coast, by conducting controlled infection experiments. This discovery paves the way for better detection and management strategies to help restore affected sea star populations and their ecosystems.