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Smallmouth Grunts
Haemulon chrysargyreum
Grunts prefer shallow waters, and congregate in schools around
the protection of coral outcroppings. They get their
name from a particular sound they make underwater.
Bonaire, Dutch Antilles |
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Sea Facts:
There are about 4,000 coral reef fish species worldwide,
accounting for approximately 25% of all marine fish species.
Less than 1/2 percent of marine habitats are protected,
compared with 11.5 per cent of global land area. |
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