The eyes of the deep diving hooded seal (Cystophora cristata) enhance sensitivity to ultraviolet light
The mammalian visual range is approximately 400–700 nm, although recent evidence suggests varying ultraviolet (UV) extensions in diverse terrestrial species. UV sensitivity may have advantages in the dim, blue light shifted environment experienced by submerged marine mammals. It may also be advantag...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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The Company of Biologists
2015-07-01
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| Series: | Biology Open |
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| Online Access: | http://bio.biologists.org/content/4/7/812 |