Chronobiology of marine organisms / Ernest Naylor.

Author/creator Naylor, E., 1931-
Format Book
Publication InfoCambridge ; New York : Cambridge University Press, 2010.
Descriptionx, 242 pages, 10 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations, map ; 24 cm
Subjects

Contents Moonshine -- Biorhythms of coastal organisms -- Tidal and daily time-cues -- Clocks and compasses -- Lunar and semilunar biorhythms -- Annual biorhythms -- Plankton vertical migration rhythms -- Staying put in estuaries -- Ocean drifters -- Living clockwork.
Abstract Describes biological rhythms and clocks evolved by marine organisms in relation to tidal, daily, lunar and seasonal life cycle events.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. 211-233) and indexes.
LCCN 2010278123
ISBN9780521760539 (hbk.)
ISBN0521760534 (hbk.)

Availability

Library Location Call Number Status Item Actions
Joyner General Stacks QH91 .N39 2010 ✔ Available Place Hold