Bioluminescence in cephalopods: biodiversity, biogeography and research trends

Numerous terrestrial and marine organisms, including cephalopods, are capable of light emission. In addition to communication, bioluminescence is used for attraction and defense mechanisms. The present review aims to: (i) present updated information on the taxonomic diversity of luminous cephalopods...

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Main Authors: Eve Otjacques, Vasco Pissarra, Kathrin Bolstad, José C. Xavier, Margaret McFall-Ngai, Rui Rosa
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2023-06-01
Series:Frontiers in Marine Science
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fmars.2023.1161049/full