Spider crab larvae that developed under ocean acidification conditions had higher metabolic rates. However, the larvae seem to be able to compensate for higher metabolic costs as their development time and survival was not affected. (Laboratory study)
Author(s): Schiffer, M.
Date: 2013
Link: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00227-012-2036-0
Overview:
Educational Materials
Scientific Literature
Additional Topics:
Biological effects of OCA
Growth
Mortality
Life Stages:
Larvae
Marine Life:
Crustaceans
Parameters:
CO2 / pCO2
Species Group:
Crabs