Researchers reported that a tiny single-celled parasite caused a massive 2022 die-off of sea urchins in the Caribbean Sea. (Ian Hewson/Cornell University via AP) That case was never solved.

Sea urchin or uni is definitely an acquired taste. But, what part of this unique shellfish are you actually eating when you ...

Black long-spined urchins. ... It’s not just humans that have found a way past the sea urchin’s spiny exterior. Their predators include a wide variety of fish, starfish, crabs and sea otters. ‘Sea ...

Ingredient 101: Sea urchin The reproductive organs of a spiky sea creature may seem a rather unlikely delicacy, but sea urchin has long been revered in cuisines across the globe.

Sea urchin stings can be painful and can lead to infection. They are not usually dangerous, but a few species have a toxin that can have fatal consequences. First aid steps include removing the ...

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — If you've gone snorkeling or visited the touch tank at your local aquarium, you've likely seen a sea urchin. The black, spiny creatures play a critical role to the health ...

Share; Print; In Depth › Science Features. Sea urchin invaders. A species of sea urchin is turning parts of the south-eastern Australian coast into barren wastelands, writes Kylie Andrews.

The source of last year's sea urchin deaths may also be linked to the 1980s outbreak that killed almost all the urchins in the Caribbean.

The red sea urchin found in the shallow waters of the Pacific Ocean is one of the Earth's longest-living animals. The small, spiny creature can last for more than 200 years with few signs of ...