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Clownfish can change sex

Clownfish can change sex

Clownfish can change sex

In an anemone group, a dominant female sits atop the hierarchy. If she dies, the breeding male can become female — sequential hermaphroditism in action.

The change keeps a breeding pair available without waiting for a stranger to arrive in a crowded reef.

Gender here is a job description that can promote. Biology edits the cast when the lead exits.

Shahzad Mahota Shahzad Mahota @shahzad-mahota

Clownfish can change sex