There are growing concerns about the worldwide expansion of coral reef destruction. Research team: “This is an extremely ...

The red sea urchin (Mesocentrotus franciscanus) is one of the earth's longest-living animals, reported to live more than 100 years without showing signs of aging. To further understand the genetic ...

Even 40 years later, the sea urchin population—and consequently the reef—has not recovered." In 2022, the disease reemerged in the Caribbean, targeting the surviving sea urchin populations and ...

Considered a delicacy in several parts of the world, sea urchin, or uni in Japanese, is prized for its unique flavor. But the cost of the gonads — the orange tongues found inside an urchin ...

A scuticociliate parasite is causing mass die-offs of sea urchins across the Caribbean, Red Sea and Indian Ocean, leading to algal overgrowth on coral reefs. Scientists warn this could trigger ...

Eat sea urchins. Want to help California’s kelp ... Urchins to Help Corals Resist Algae Invasion Watch a Colorful Sea Urchin Hitch a Ride on a Crab Watch a Colorful Sea Urchin Hitch a Ride ...

The sea urchin population in many coastal areas is on the increase, and this could have a negative impact on recreational activities associated with the coast. In certain areas, hundreds of these ...

HIRONO, Iwate Prefecture--Sea urchin are a culinary delicacy, but because their shells are often seen as too difficult or costly to recycle, they end up getting tossed out in bulk. But a local ...

When it comes to expensive delicacies, one my favourites is sea urchin, or uni in Japanese. If I see it on a menu, I'm almost sure to order it. Because its delicate flavour is so elusive ...