MOSS LANDING — Sunflower sea stars are nearly extinct in Monterey Bay. But at the Sunflower Star Lab in Moss Landing, a group ...

The sunflower star (Pycnopodia helianthoides), a beautifully colored species in bright orange, yellow, or purple hues, was the largest and fastest of the local sea stars, and with its 20+ rays (or ...

Ocean acidification is also a threat to the species. Following today’s decision the government will open a public comment period on sunflower sea star protection. The Endangered Species Act requires ...