In 2013, a sea star wasting syndrome decimated populations of Pisaster along the west coast of North America and along the Monterey Peninsula in California, where this study was conducted. The orange ...

Sunflower sea stars discovered taking refuge in fjords may offer clues to saving the critically endangered species from sea star wasting disease.

Underwater photograph of sick and dying sunflower star. Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or ...

New research led by Monterey Bay Aquarium reveals a surprising ripple effect in coastal ecosystems: the collapse of one ...

The sunflower sea star in particular, is among the worst hit. The outbreak has alarmed scientists as this sea star is an important predator in coastal food webs. A new study by scientists, including ...

Currently the sunflower sea star is listed as critically endangered ... “We are interested in advancing our knowledge of how sunflower star predator-prey interactions at various life stages ...

They’re voracious predators whose consumption of sea urchins helps prevent the overgrazing of kelp forests, maintaining coastal ecosystems. The sea star wasting disease outbreak is considered one of ...

New research led by Monterey Bay Aquarium reveals a surprising ripple effect in coastal ecosystems: the collapse of one ...

Currently the sunflower sea star is listed as critically endangered ... “We are interested in advancing our knowledge of how sunflower star predator-prey interactions at various life stages ...