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Reproduction and larval development in Antarctic krill (Euphausia superba)

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posted on 2023-05-22, 17:35 authored by So KawaguchiSo Kawaguchi
An understanding of the reproduction and larval development of Antarctic krill is important since reproductive output is a key factor influencing their overall population size. Seasonal cycles of maturity in krill are known to be finely synchronized with seasonal cycles of food, sea-ice and the light regime in the Antarctic environment. This chapter will describe the progression of Antarctic krill development throughout their life cycle, including their maturation process, fecundity, spawning, and larval development, in relation to various environmental factors that are thought to govern these processes. The chapter will close with some remarks on possible effects of climate change on krill life history.

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Publication title

Biology and Ecology of Antarctic Krill

Editors

V Siegel

Pagination

225-246

ISBN

9783319292779

Department/School

Institute for Marine and Antarctic Studies

Publisher

Springer

Place of publication

Switzerland

Extent

11

Rights statement

Copyright 2016 Springer International Publishing Switzerland

Repository Status

  • Restricted

Socio-economic Objectives

Biodiversity in Antarctic and Southern Ocean environments

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