This week, we’re looking at the 10-year ban on abalone and the newly discovered cause of the starfish wasting disease that is among the die-off’s major factors. We’re also behind the scenes at the Humboldt County Fair apple pie contest. Hit subscribe for weekly updates on Humboldt stories.
Sea star wasting disease
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Purple Urchin Profits
As you may know, due largely to the loss of its primary predator to sea star wasting disease, the population of purple urchins ( Strongylocentrotus purpuratus) has exploded along the California coast. These urchins are eating enough algae to seriously impact the kelp forest ecosystem. So, I ordered the Washed Up LLC branch chiefs to […]