Ultraviolet Light from the Nighttime Sky Enhances Retinal Sensitivity of Limulus

Stimulation of the median ocelli of the horseshoe crab, Limulus polyphemus, by ultraviolet light from the nighttime sky is investigated to see if it enhances the sensitivity of the lateral eyes to visible light.

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Published in:The Biological bulletin (Lancaster) 1991-10, Vol.181 (2), p.321-322
Main Authors: Herzog, E. D., Barlow, R. B.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Eyes & eyesight
Horseshoe crabs
Light
Limulus polyphemus
Marine
Marine biology
Night vision
Physiological aspects
Ultraviolet radiation
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Summary:Stimulation of the median ocelli of the horseshoe crab, Limulus polyphemus, by ultraviolet light from the nighttime sky is investigated to see if it enhances the sensitivity of the lateral eyes to visible light.
ISSN:0006-3185
1939-8697
DOI:10.1086/BBLv181n2p321