In Some Areas of Florida, Divers Who Remove Non-Native Lionfish

question 56

Multiple Choice

In some areas of Florida, divers who remove non-native lionfish from coral reefs are eligible for a $10,000 prize. This is because ___________.

• A) lionfish produce a chemical in great demand in the pharmaceutical industry
• B) lionfish exclusively eat grouper, a fish considered a delicacy in fine dining
• C) lionfish aggressively kill native fish outright or outcompete them when foraging
• D) lionfish populations are dwindling in some parts of their range and this is a way to repopulate them in those regions
• E) lionfish are in high demand by aquarium enthusiasts

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