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Unread 12/13/2010, 12:51 PM   #40
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Originally Posted by elegance coral View Post
I totally agree. That's why I haven't said that they lack this ability.
One thing is certain - it isn't a common occurrence (at least not in captivity). I have found zero specific information on the reproductive behavior of this species - sexual or asexual.

I sent the author of the paper an email, so we'll see if they respond. Because the research was conducted over several years maybe they have more specific field notes.


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