Tropical marine organisms tend to grow more slowly, live longer, and are smaller in general than their cold-water counterparts.

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Tropical marine organisms often grow faster due to warmer temperatures which increase metabolism and food availability, but they may not necessarily live longer or be smaller than cold-water counterparts; these traits can vary widely among species and are influenced by many factors beyond water temperature.

Tropical Marine Organisms Tend to Grow More Slowly, Live Longer