Gooseneck barnacles, a Spanish Christmas delicacy, face scarcity due to climate change and illegal fishing.

Gooseneck barnacles, a prized Christmas delicacy in Spain, are facing a decline due to climate change and illegal fishing. Rising sea temperatures and changing wave patterns have negatively impacted their habitats, while high demand has led to increased poaching. The number of licensed pickers, or percebeiros, has dropped significantly, threatening the profession and future availability of this traditional holiday dish.

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