Clownfish's Stoop inside Anemone (IMAGE)

Georgia Institute of Technology

Clownfish's Stoop inside Anemone

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A clownfish peers out of his stoop inside of an anemone that hosts him. Anemones are known for stinging, killing and eating fish. So, how is the clownfish such a shining exception? Bacteria may offer clues.

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Ben Brumfield / Georgia Tech

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