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Trivias about Philippine Marine Biodiversity

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1. Sea grapes (Caulerpa racemosa) - This green alga is relatively common in the shallow waters of coral reefs. This species is eaten fresh by many coastal dwellers, being known as "or-orusap" in lIocano. This and a congener, C. lentillifera, which is cultured in Cebu, are also called "Iato." (Photo by G. C. Trone, Jr.)

2. Sea urchin (Heterocentrotus mammillatus) - A nocturnal echinoderm, this animal is d ifticu It to find during the day as it hides in crevices, emerging at night to forage on the reef. The stout spines are collected as pendants or ornaments. (Photo by M. Jones)