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Reproduction and larval development in Antarctic krill (Euphausia superba)
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Kawaguchi, S, Reproduction and larval development in Antarctic krill (Euphausia superba), Biology and Ecology of Antarctic Krill, Springer, V Siegel (ed), Switzerland, pp. 225-246. ISBN 9783319292779 (2016) [Research Book Chapter]
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Copyright 2016 Springer International Publishing Switzerland
DOI: doi:10.1007/978-3-319-29279-3_6
Abstract
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.
Item Details
| Item Type: | Research Book Chapter |
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| Keywords: | maturation process, light regime, seasonal cycle, sea ice, climate change |
| Research Division: | Biological Sciences |
| Research Group: | Ecology |
| Research Field: | Population Ecology |
| Objective Division: | Environment |
| Objective Group: | Flora, Fauna and Biodiversity |
| Objective Field: | Antarctic and Sub-Antarctic Flora, Fauna and Biodiversity |
| Author: | Kawaguchi, S (Dr So Kawaguchi) |
| ID Code: | 114129 |
| Year Published: | 2016 |
| Deposited By: | CRC-Antarctic Climate & Ecosystems |
| Deposited On: | 2017-02-07 |
| Last Modified: | 2018-04-04 |
| Downloads: | 0 |
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