When the roe is mature, the sturgeon is usually removed from the roe in a process known as "disembowelment". This operation requires specialized techniques and equipment to ensure the health of the sturgeon and the quality of the roe. After the eggs are removed, the sturgeon can return to normal growth with proper care and treatment and spawn again in subsequent breeding cycles. Therefore, sturgeon can still survive and reproduce after roe removal.

The sturgeon is a valuable economic fish, and its roe is a high-grade raw material for food and medicine. In order to protect sturgeon resources, many countries and regions have formulated relevant protection measures and management regulations.