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Triggerfish aggressively defend territory against tiger sharks

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Titan triggerfish have been observed initiating aggressive encounters with tiger sharks in the Maldives. Divers documented ten instances in 2024 where the smaller fish bit or chased the sharks, causing them to retreat. These behaviors appear to be territorial defense, particularly during the triggerfish's breeding season when they guard their nests. AI

RANK_REASON Observational study of animal behavior. [lever_c_demoted from research: ic=1 ai=0.0]

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Triggerfish aggressively defend territory against tiger sharks

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Melissa Cristina Márquez, Contributor ·

    How Titan Triggerfish Are Taking On Tiger Sharks

    A small but fiercely territorial reef fish is biting tiger sharks... and winning.

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