Publication Date:
2020-06-19
Description:
A technique has been developed which improves the accuracy andefficiency of ageing squid over previously described methods. The spatial pattern of growth increments is studied using light andscanning electron microscopy techniques. Daily growth increments in statoliths are validated by employing chemical 'time' markers e.g. strontium and tetracycline, and known-agelaboratory-reared animals. Increment formation is suggested to beintrinsically controlled. Increments begin to form immediately after hatching.
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Article
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PeerReviewed
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text
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