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Predisposing factors for OutbreaksKey FactorsHigh fecundityShort generationtimesHigh juvenilemortalityDietary flexibilityHabitat generalistBiology <strong>of</strong> crown-<strong>of</strong>-thorns <strong>starfish</strong>Females produce up to 60million eggs each yearStarfish are capable <strong>of</strong>reproducing within 2 yearsVery high larval (>90%) andjuvenile (ca 30%) mortalityA. planci can eat a widevariety <strong>of</strong> different preyA. planci live in a wide range<strong>of</strong> different environments
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