The genus Polyarthra in Lake Peipsi |
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| Authors: | Virro Taavi |
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| Institution: | (1) Institute of Zoology and Hydrobiology, University of Tartu, 46 Vanemuise St., EE 2400 Tartu, Estonia |
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| Abstract: | In Lake Peipsi (Estonia) Polyarthra species often dominate the rotifer community, and are represented by 6 species: Polyarthra dolichoptera Idelson, P. longiremis Carlin, P. luminosa Kutikova, P. major Burckhardt, P. remata Skorikov, P. vulgaris Carlin. The highest diversity occurs in August–September, with P. remata and P. luminosa most abundant. Morphometric data including measurements of body, fins and various types of eggs are given. The seasonal development of the different species and their life cycles are considered. |
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| Keywords: | Polyarthra morphometry seasonal development bisexual periods life cycles |
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