Domino Fish Establishes First Breeding Territory | Arabian Seas 104
In the scorching summer waters of the Gulf of Oman, a humble Domino Fish(Dascyllus trimaculatus) is on a daring mission—establishing his first breeding territory. While the reef teems with vibrant rivals, his silvery grey appearance is no match for his fierce attitude. To attract a mate, he must grow and fiercely defend a patch of algae, warding off thieves many times his size. Meanwhile, the reef’s inhabitants use clever survival tactics, from toxic sea slugs to pistol shrimp bodyguards, all avoiding stealthy predators like moray eels and guitarfish. In this high-stakes … Continue