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What type of relationship exists between goby fish and alpheid shrimps?
Mutualistic
How do alpheid shrimps contribute to the relationship with goby fish?
Digging and sustaining burrows for shelter
What is the role of the goby fish in the partnership with alpheid shrimps?
Acting as a sentinel and warning of nearby predators
How do alpheid shrimps communicate with goby fish while foraging or excavating outside their burrows?
By using a series of tail flicks
What kind of environment are goby fish commonly found in?
Reef ecosystems throughout the tropics
Test your knowledge about the symbiotic relationship between goby fish and alpheid shrimps in reef ecosystems. Learn about their unique cohabitation and cooperation for survival.
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