In some areas of Florida,divers who remove non-native lionfish from coral reefs are eligible for a $10,000 prize.This is because lionfish ___________.

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Lionfish are non-native invaders that have no natural predators in Florida's coral reef ecosystems. They are aggressive predators that can decimate native fish populations by outcompeting them for food and space, and by directly preying on smaller fish. The $10,000 prize is offered as an incentive to divers to remove as many lionfish as possible to help protect and restore the health of the reef ecosystems.

In Some Areas of Florida,divers Who Remove Non-Native Lionfish from Coral