How damselfish and mysid shrimp co-exist in mutually beneficial relationship (IMAGE)

University of Delaware

How damselfish and mysid shrimp co-exist in mutually beneficial relationship

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This diagram illustrates the longfin damselfish-mysid relationship, where the niche created by the territorial algae farming longfin damselfish provides a protective refuge to mysids, leading to increased survival. In turn, mysids provide a predictable supply of nutrients, enriching the algae community and thus the quality of food available for damselfish.

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Illustration by Rohan Brooker

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