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sea cucumber
Coverage of sea cucumber in the Nexus archive.
- Can AI detect smuggled sea cucumbers?
A new study found that an AI tool can identify images of seahorse, shark fin, and sea cucumber samples in luggage. The technology aims to detect smuggled marine species.
- Severed sea cucumber appendages don't seem to die
Scientists discovered that severed tissue from the sea cucumber Psolus fabricii can survive indefinitely in ordinary seawater, a phenomenon described as 'naturally occurring tissue immortality.' The study, led by Sara Jobson of Memorial University of Newfoundland, highlights the species' remarkable regenerative capabilities in harsh environments.