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Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences

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A Dominican spearfisherman tows his catch, comprised solely of parrotfish. Parrotfish are one of the species that play a key role in keeping reefs well-grazed following disturbances such as hurricanes or coral bleaching events.

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José Alejandro Alvarez

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