Curious cover
The lagoon floor is a dangerous place for young fish. It is like a desert with the occasional oasis of life where young fish find cover from predators. Almost anything that sticks out above the sand provides protection and some bizarre relationships form. Anemones, urchins and even sea snakes provide protective cover for these juveniles.
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