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Exhibit: Splash Zone

Coral Reef

Corals are animals, not plants. Creatures large and small live in these crowded and colorful underwater cities. Colorful fish dart about, while jawfish go in and out of their sandy burrows. Moray eels hide during the day, but prowl for prey at night.

You can help preserve coral reefs by not buying souvenirs like shells, sea stars and coral jewelry—coral reefs can be damaged when these animals are removed.


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