Coral-associated fishes accelerate coral wound healing and photosynthetic recovery
Authors: Hayden Vega, Craig W. Osenberg, Ashley W. Seifert, Ninah Munk & Adrian C. Stier
Date: 08/07/2026
Publisher: The Royal Society
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This study conducted in French Polynesia shows Damselfish help wounded Corals heal faster, with recovery rates increasing by 55% for large wounds and 38% for small wounds, highlighting the key role of fish habitat protection in Coral conservation.
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