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Sharksucker

Scientific name: Remora remora

Size: Up to 36 inches

Color: Silver

Distinguishing feature: A black band surrounded by white from the eye to the pectoral fin

Where did we see it: Thailand, French polynesia, Mexico, Mayotte, Maldives, Raja Ampat, Egypt

Sharksucker of Mexico

Sharksucker

Scientific name: Remora remora

Size: Up to 36 inches

Color: Silver

Distinguishing feature: A black band surrounded by white from the eye to the pectoral fin

Where did we see it: Thailand, French polynesia, Mexico, Mayotte, Maldives, Raja Ampat, Egypt

In detail

This fish uses its fastener located above its head to attach itself to larger individuals. This allows him to feed on the remains of these animals.

The remora is also able to hunt alone in the blue.

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