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Well, most reef fish have to establish territories of their own that include space, shelter, and food. So, fish are aggressive to other fish that have similar colors and/or body shape. Color usually indicates the fish that the one approaching may be its own kind or a related species. The first fish will want to protect and keep its home, so it may act aggressively. Body shape usually tells a fish what the approaching one may include in its diet. For instance, herbivorous fish usually have stocky and compressed bodies, while most carnivores have sleek, streamlined bodies for moving quickly to catch prey. So, if the approaching fish probably has a similar body, the fish knows that it probably eats the same things that it does. So, it will protect its home and food in the same way as in the first example.

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How are ants and octopus alike?

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Are angelfish smart?

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What are some facts about angelfish?

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