| module: |
BL4257 Marine invertebrate larval ecology |
| taken in: |
Seniour Honours Year,
semester 2
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| value: |
15 credits |
| description: |
Not available in 2011/12. Most marine invertebrates include a planktonic larval stage within their life cycle. The adaptive and ecological significance of a larval stage to otherwise benthic (bottom-dwelling) species is open to numerous interpretations, but for species that are sessile as adults, dispersal and colonization potential appears to be of major significance. This module will focus both on larval growth and development during the planktonic stage and also settlement and metamorphosis to the benthic juvenile state. Successful establishment of the post-larval stage is crucial to the completion of the life cycle and understanding the control of larval settlement has major socioeconomic
implications for species viewed as being detrimental (e.g. fouling) or beneficial (e.g. mariculture) components of marine ecosystems. |
| organiser: |
Prof Chris Todd - (click name for profile) |
| poster: |
pdf available |
| see also: |
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BL4257 is an option in all of these degree programmes:
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Zoology
Marine Biology
Biology
Biology - joint degrees
Ecology & Conservation
Biology and Psychology
Psychology with Biology
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