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Scientists Identify Bacterial Cause Behind Massive Sea Star Die-Off
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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.