This Is How Sea Cucumbers Defend Themselves

Sea cucumbers are more closely related to a starfish than a cucumber, and they're just as low on the food chain. But the sea cucumber has a secret weapon.To protect itself from predators, it shoots out a toxic deterrent out of its butt. Does this harm sea cucumbers? What are their predators? And why are these strange sea-dwellers endangered?

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