The Colorful and Chemical World of Blue Crab Pee

This chapter delves into a study on blue crab urine conducted by scientists at the Georgia Institute of Technology, exploring the color and various chemicals present in it. The hosts discuss the warning signals emitted by chemicals like Trigonellene and Homerin, alerting mud crabs to the blue crab's diet and predatory behavior. The chapter also highlights the importance of understanding predator-prey interactions in maintaining ecosystem balance, particularly in protecting oyster populations.