JOURNAL ARTICLE

The mystery of melting sea stars may finally be solved.

  • Published In: Science News, 2025, v. 207, n. 10. P. 28 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Pusdekar, Siddhant 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the identification of a bacterium called Vibrio pectenicida as a potential cause of sea star wasting disease, which has severely impacted populations of sunflower sea stars (Pycnopodia helianthoides) since 2013. This disease leads to symptoms such as twisted arms and rapid death, resulting in significant ecological consequences due to the sunflower sea star's role in controlling sea urchin populations. Researchers conducted experiments to confirm the bacterium's involvement, finding that it was present in higher amounts in sick sea stars compared to healthy ones. The study's findings may aid in developing treatments for affected sea stars and in creating rapid diagnostic kits for field use. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Science News. 2025/10, Vol. 207, Issue 10, p28
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Zoology
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0036-8423
  • Accession Number:187740174
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