Diel vertical migration

Curr Biol. 2014 Nov 17;24(22):R1074-6. doi: 10.1016/j.cub.2014.08.054. Epub 2014 Nov 17.

Abstract

In this Quick Guide, Brierley provides a brief overview of a pervasive aspect of aquatic ecosystems, the daily movement of organisms up and down the water column.

MeSH terms

  • Animal Distribution / radiation effects*
  • Animals
  • Circadian Rhythm / radiation effects*
  • Ecosystem
  • Fishes / physiology*
  • Seawater
  • Sunlight
  • Temperature
  • Water
  • Zooplankton / physiology*
  • Zooplankton / radiation effects

Substances

  • Water