Sea cucumbers have symbiotic bacteria in their gut that help break down organic matter, aiding in nutrient absorption
Sea Cucumber
This salamander has a symbiotic relationship with algae that live in its eggs. The algae produce oxygen and food through photosynthesis for the developing embryos.
Spotted Salamander
Pea aphids have bacteria inside their bodies that produce essential amino acids from the plant sap they consume.
Pea Aphid
This sea slug can photosynthesize by incorporating algae into its cells, allowing it to make its own food from sunlight.
Elysia Chlorotica
Green sea turtles host algae on their shells that can photosynthesize and provide some nutrients.
Green Sea Turtle
Some animals have fascinating ways of making their own food through symbiotic relationships with algae or bacteria
These special relationships help these animals survive by letting them make their own food.