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Corallivores feed on coral using a variety of unique adaptations and strategies. Known corallivores include certain mollusks , annelids , fish , crustaceans , flatworms and echinoderms . The first recorded evidence of corallivory was presented by Charles Darwin in 1842 during his voyage on HMS Beagle in which he found coral in the stomach of ...
Some adaptations required to adjust to non-aquatic life include the movement and use of alternating limbs, the use of pelvic appendages as sturdy propulsors, and the use of a solid surface at the organism's base to generate propulsive force required for walking.
An essay on the biology, taxonomy and captive-keeping by Rob Toonen; An article about sea star's regenerative powers by Susan Scott - also the reference of Linckia's name origin; Information about Linckia's habitat and associations; ReefCorner - Blue Linckia Database Entry; Photos of Linckia laevigata on Sealife Collection
As an example of the adaptations made by reef fish, the yellow tang is a herbivore which feeds on benthic turf algae. They also provide cleaner services to marine turtles, by removing algal growth from their shells. They do not tolerate other fish with the same colour or shape.
The Sea Around Us is a prize-winning and best-selling book by the American marine biologist Rachel Carson, first published as a whole by Oxford University Press in 1951. It reveals the science and poetry of the sea while ranging from its primeval beginnings to the latest scientific probings.
Why Did the Gator Climb the Military Base’s Fence? The Jacksonville Naval Air Station is located on a peninsula with the St. John’s River to the west and the Ortega River to the east.
The Philadelphia Eagles earned a lopsided 40-22 win in Super Bowl 59 over the two-time defending champion Kansas City Chiefs.. The Eagles led 24-0 at halftime, the biggest halftime deficit of ...
The White House said the president wants to end a carried interest tax break prized by Wall Street hedge funds and private equity firms.