NOAA Ocean Explorer: Natural Products

Competition for Resources is intense in habitats such as reefs

Competition for resources is intense in habitats such as reefs. Many of the sessile invertebrates produce natural products to help them be more competitive. Image courtesy of J. Reed.

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