Parrotfish (IMAGE)

University of Exeter

Parrotfish

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As well as being a beautiful species capable of changing its color, shape and even gender, new research published today shows that parrotfish, commonly found on healthy coral reefs, can also play a pivotal role in providing the sands necessary to build and maintain coral reef islands.

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Chris Perry, University of Exeter

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