The Lionfish Is

question 16

Multiple Choice

The lionfish is

• A)an introduced invasive species that is causing declines in native Caribbean reef fish.
• B)an invasive species in the Caribbean but is controlled by local predators.
• C)threatened in many parts of its range but is recovering thanks to the REEF program.
• D)valued by local Caribbean communities because of its value as food.

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