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The starfish generally stay within the same local area if moderate or high coral cover is nearby, but if coral becomes scarce their hunger and motivation to move larger distances may increase. <a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/2BDq54O\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>This research<\/strong><\/a> builds on and directly informs the Hub\u2019s existing Integrated Pest Management principles for starfish outbreaks, an approach that has already transformed the control program in terms of efficiency and effectivenes.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Recently published research into the movement behaviour of crown-of-thorns starfish is available for Great Barrier Reef managers to better predict and manage future outbreaks at a regional level. 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