Organism

Grouper

TL;DR

Groupers are large predatory reef fish that demonstrate remarkable self-control in mutualistic relationships with cleaner wrasse.

Fish · Coral reefs

Groupers are large predatory reef fish that demonstrate remarkable self-control in mutualistic relationships with cleaner wrasse. Despite possessing 700 pounds of bite force and the ability to swallow cleaners whole, groupers freeze with mouths agape while small fish clean parasites from their teeth. The service is worth more than the snack - a calculation that mirrors business decisions about short-term extraction versus long-term partnership value.

Notable Traits of Grouper

  • 700 pounds bite force
  • Self-control in mutualism

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