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Activity budget of the princess parrotfish (Scarus taeniopterus): a comparison between daylight and sunset periods

Creator:

Heidmann, Sarah

Abstract:

Most animals are active either during the day, night, or twilight, and transition periods between these times exhibit interesting behavior. Actions may be related to avoiding predators, seeking shelter, defending territory, feeding, or other interests. Herbivorous fishes on coral reefs, such as parrotfishes, forage constantly throughout daylight periods due to...

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Research Paper