On the position ofPatina pellucida(L.) (Gastropoda) on the frond ofLaminaria hyperborea
- 1 August 1972
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Taylor & Francis in Ophelia
- Vol. 10 (1) , 1-9
- https://doi.org/10.1080/00785326.1972.10430096
Abstract
It is shown that large and small Patina pellucida are differently distributed on the frond of Laminaria hyperborea and that there is a seasonal change in the preferred place on the frond. The limpet orients its body to minimize the impact of water flow.Keywords
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