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Fishermen are not the only ones using nets! Worm snails create a net out of mucus that can be up to several meters long. It uses the sticky net to trap plankton. It can haul in the net and then feast! Check out our blog to find out more.
Photo Credit: Andrew Bruckner
January 24, 2025
Why is it called a surgeonfish? Surgeonfish get their name from the pair of spines that are as sharp as a scalpel. The spines are usually tucked into a groove in their tail, but if you get too close – watch out!
Photo Credit: Ken Marks