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It is estimated that up to 70% of the sand on white beaches in places like the Caribbean and Hawaii is made of parrotfish waste. On some tropical islands (like those in the Maldives), they are responsible for creating over 85% of the island's sandy foundation!

u/Affectionate-Fun2853 — 7 days ago
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Tooth brush

In some coastal areas of New Zealand, relentless winds have forced trees to develop a sideways growth pattern as a natural adaptation

u/Dangerous-Scale4777 — 8 days ago
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This is the giant European legless lizard! It is the world’s largest legless lizard, with some adults reaching up to five feet!

u/Affectionate-Fun2853 — 10 days ago