Lunar and semi-lunar reproductive cycles in some spinose planktonic foraminifers

Bijma, J, Erez, J and Hemleben, C ;

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A synodic lunar reproductive cycle is demonstrated in Globigerinoides sacculifer. The reproductive cycles of Globigerinoides ruber and probably Globigerinella siphonifera are characterized by a semi-lunar periodicity. Inter-species differences in lifespan result in a different empty shell output. As a consequence, the sediment does not reflect the situation in the water column. Results yield consequences for the interpretation of sediment analyses and implications for paleoceanography. -from Authors

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Bijma, J, Erez, J and Hemleben, C ;

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AWI Organizations > Biosciences > Junior Research Group: Carbon cycle
AWI Organizations > Biosciences > BioGeoScience

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Basic Research > Helmholtz Independent Research

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6096

DOI https://www.doi.org/10.2113/gsjfr.20.2.117

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Bijma, J. , Erez, J. and Hemleben, C. (1990): Lunar and semi-lunar reproductive cycles in some spinose planktonic foraminifers , The Journal of Foraminiferal Research, 20 (2), pp. 117-127 . doi: https://www.doi.org/10.2113/gsjfr.20.2.117

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