Sharks as Exfoliators (VIDEO)

University of Miami Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science

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Study finds fish rubbing up against their predators — sharks. Researchers suggest this behavior plays a greater ecological role than previously known.

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Credit as shown: Great white and Leerie by Lacey Williams and Alex Anstett Great white and Pacific jack mackerel by Jesus Erick Higuera Rivas Silky shark and rainbow runner by Victor Bach Munoz Whale shark and silky sharks by Jonathan Green

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