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TIL Anemones conduct war, with armies divided into ranks such as scouts, warriors, etc. Scouts look for space, while warriors slap enemies in rows of up to 4. Weak ones focus on reproduction to create troops. Each army organizes ranks differently. Front lines are formed, and wars can last for years.

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