Summary
Clownfish, known for their bright orange and white stripes, have been found to shrink in size during marine heatwaves. This size change helps them survive rising ocean temperatures, a phenomenon observed in a study conducted in Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea, during 2023.
Key Facts
- Clownfish are widely recognized due to their appearance in the film "Finding Nemo."
- A study showed clownfish became smaller during heatwaves in 2023.
- The study was conducted in Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea.
- Researchers found that clownfish lost weight and became shorter.
- 75% of the clownfish studied shrank at least once during the heatwave.
- Shrinking helps the fish survive by needing less food and oxygen.
- This response to heat is similar to changes seen in other animals due to climate change.
- The study's findings were published in the journal Science Advances.
