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New Zealand sea cucumber

New Zealand sea cucumber (Stichopus mollis)

The endemic sea cucumber (Stichopus mollis) is popular in Asian cuisine. Dried sea cucumber is valued as a health supplement to alleviate symptoms associated with arthritis.

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