Toxic Tactics

Published February 24, 2019

How some Wakatobi reef dwellers deploy unconventional defenses To humans, a coral reef may seem like a vast expanse of calm and serenity. Yet for its myriad inhabitants, this aquatic environment can be an unforgiving realm where the rule is  “eat or be eaten.” For many reef dwellers, danger lurks at every turn, and there […]

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Ambush Artists

Published May 1, 2017

When you are drifting along a sun-spangled coral slope at Wakatobi, everything may seem serene and relaxing. But in reality, the reefs are teeming with ruthless predators who lie hidden nearby, just waiting to claim their next victim. Some conceal themselves in crevices or bury themselves in debris and strike from cover, while others take […]

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Survival of the Fittest, or Most Creative

Published June 4, 2013

The ocean is a vast expanse of calm and serenity, a beautiful haven for those who are lucky enough to marvel at. Yet for its myriad inhabitants, this vastly serene environment can rapidly become unforgiving. From feeding, to finding a safe refuge, to escaping predation, constant challenges are posed to the marine animals every day. […]

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