Creating a sea urchin ‘baby formula’ to help save our reefs
Sea urchins nibble at algae that block sunlight and smother coral, helping keep reefs healthy.
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UF/IFAS, The Florida Aquarium collaborate to revitalize coral reefs, marine habitats
A major focus of the collaborative research is on how urchins can improve the growth and survival of corals.
UF experts warn of potential peril caused by ocean acidification
So much carbon dioxide has been emitted by human activity that it has decreased the pH of the oceans.
Warming oceans allow flesh-eating bacteria to thrive, scientists hope to revive sea urchin
Warmer ocean temperatures enable a flesh-eating bacterium to thrive farther north than ever before.