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Scientists investigate paralytic shellfish poisoning as possible factor in large marine die offs

Alaska, United States

9 Feb 2024

Scientists are investigating the widespread presence of paralytic shellfish toxins in Alaska's marine food chain, which may explain recent species die-offs.

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