Killer seaweed: First proof that chemicals from seaweeds damage coral on contact

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Field studies have shown for the first time that several common species of seaweeds in both the Pacific and Caribbean Oceans can kill corals upon contact using chemical means.

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Interesting read! I didn't see where they named the particular fish species responsible for eating the seaweed, or what the seaweed species are, and that are then being considered to become protected species in these areas. Might be good to know which seaweed species were tested.....
 
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