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In Some Areas of Florida, Divers Who Remove Non-Native Lionfish

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


A) lionfish produce a chemical in great demand in the pharmaceutical industry
B) lionfish exclusively eat grouper, a fish considered a delicacy in fine dining
C) lionfish aggressively kill native fish outright or outcompete them when foraging
D) lionfish populations are dwindling in some parts of their range and this is a way to repopulate them in those regions
E) lionfish are in high demand by aquarium enthusiasts

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