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How does the imperial shrimp benfit off of the sea cucumber

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The shrimp lives on the surface of the host (sea cucumber), which offers him protection from predators and an extra source of food. In reurn, the relationship benefits the host, as the shrimp consumes any parasites on its skin.

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