Slideshow by Alysa Perez

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colorful coral polyps act as primary producers, utilizing sunlight for photosynthesis. Herbivorous fish, like parrotfish, serve as primary consumers, feeding on the coral. Predatory fish, such as barracudas, occupy the secondary consumer level. Apex predators like sharks represent tertiary consumers. Detritus-eating organisms, like sea cucumbers, function as decomposers, contributing to nutrient cycling. Algae, both macro and micro, play a role as primary producers and contribute to the overall balance of the ecosystem. Seahorses and small crustaceans add diversity to the consumer trophic levels.

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primary consumer

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producer

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secondary consumer

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tertiary consumer

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decomposer

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