overfishing: the coral reef's inhabitants are its first line of defense. fish eat some of the creatures that eat coral, while crabs and shrimp use their pincers to protect their coral homes. fish also graze on seaweed and algae so that they don't grow to cover the reef. indiscriminate overfishing can...
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islands, or spiny lobster, is another major tradition. this clawless lobster is considered a delicacy, and is plentiful in the surrounding waters. you'll find it on almost every menu. in addition to native fare, there are other restaurants ranging from simple to elaborate. the world famous flying fish...