A Dugong's Unlikely Companions

Season 41 Episode 6

About the Episode

A dugong in the Philippines has two sets of companions, streamlined remoras and striped golden jacks. The golden jacks grab small shrimps that the dugong stirs up and don’t bother the creature. The remoras, on the other hand, are irritating.

Aired: | Expires: | Runtime: 2m 27s

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