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"Martin H. Eastburn" <[log in to unmask]>
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Sun, 13 Jul 2008 16:39:57 -0500
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The bright color and contrasting black in the mantle
would indicate that it is able to take on anything and win.
It might have a chemical it secrets that is of density
that can flow through cloth and perhaps suits.

I understand they like to be out on fans.
And fish won't pick on them.

Now for more scientific testing or data.

Martin

Roland Anderson wrote:
> Has anyone heard of a reaction to the skin by live Flamingo tongues
> (Cyphoma gibbosa)? I am in receipt of an account where a live one was
> placed into a swimming suit pocket and there was a reaction to the
> skin underneath (pain and rash).
> I would appreciate any help.
> Roland
>
>
>
> Roland C. Anderson, PhD
> Biologist
> The Seattle Aquarium
> 1483 Alaskan Way
> Seattle, WA 98101 USA
> phone: 206-386-4359

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