The natural spawning of Sterechinus spp. (Echinodermata) observed in Edisto Inlet, Cape Hallett

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Title: The natural spawning of Sterechinus spp. (Echinodermata) observed in Edisto Inlet, Cape Hallett

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Plankton was sampled at a single site off Seabee Hook, Edisto Inlet, Cape Hallett during the 04-05 season. Significant numbers of newly spawned embryos were first observed 25 November. Based on the embryos colour and size they were identified as a Sterechinus spp (Echinodermata). This identification has been confirmed by recent DNA sequencing (2008). We studied two aspects of this event: i) the development rates in the natural environment, and ii) the fine scale depth distribution of the embryos in the water column. For analysis of depth distribution, plankton samples were taken at 12.5, 35 and 50 m depth in the water column to examine the potential for exposure to UV during development. These samples were preserved in a formalin-based Steedman's fix and returned to the University of Auckland for sorting.

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Beginning_Date: 20041114

Ending_Date: 20041205

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Theme_Keyword: EARTH SCIENCE > BIOSPHERE > AQUATIC ECOSYSTEMS > PLANKTON > ZOOPLANKTON

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Theme_Keyword: EARTH SCIENCE > BIOSPHERE > ECOLOGICAL DYNAMICS > SPECIES/POPULATION INTERACTIONS > POST-BREEDING PERIODS

Theme_Keyword: EARTH SCIENCE > BIOSPHERE > ECOLOGICAL DYNAMICS > SPECIES/POPULATION INTERACTIONS > RANGE CHANGES

Theme_Keyword: EARTH SCIENCE > BIOSPHERE > ECOLOGICAL DYNAMICS > COMMUNITY DYNAMICS > COMMUNITY STRUCTURE

Theme_Keyword: PLANKTON NETS

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Theme_Keyword: Cape Hallett

Theme_Keyword: Seabees Hook

Theme_Keyword: Edisto Inlet

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Contact_Person: MARY SEWELL

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Address: School of Biological Sciences,

Address: University of Auckland,

Address: Private Bag 92019

City: Auckland

Postal_Code: 92019

Country: NEW ZEALAND

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Contact_Electronic_Mail_Address: s.gordon@antarcticanz.govt.nz

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Metadata_Date: 20050922

Metadata_Review_Date: 20090702

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Address: Antarctica New Zealand

Address: Private Bag 4745

City: Christchurch

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