Date of Award
2015
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Bachelors
Department
Natural Sciences
First Advisor
Gilchrist, Sandra
Keywords
Pseudosquilla ciliata, Vision, Photoreceptors, Animal Behavior
Area of Concentration
Marine Biology
Abstract
The eyes of the stomatopods incorporate the largest variety of visual color spectra in the animal kingdom to date. Previous studies have indicated that stomatopods have up to 16 different photoreceptors, 12 of which are for separate spectrum detection. The behaviors of Pseudosquilla ciliata are well studied and documented (Caldwell, 1975). In the current study, observational data are used in the determination of whether the visual system in P. ciliata is crucial in the completion of various crucial behaviors. Behaviors tested include territorial aggression, prey detection, courtship, predator avoidance, and shelter creation. Using base behaviors displayed, the subjects were then filmed using an infrared light to determine if the behaviors were still performed when the visual cues are eliminated.
Recommended Citation
Manley, Robert, "VISUALLY MEDIATED BEHAVIORS OF THE COMMON MANTIS SHRIMP, PSEUDOSQUILLA CILIATA (Fabricius, 1787) (Crustacea; Stomatopoda; Pseudosquillidae)" (2015). Theses & ETDs. 5060.
https://digitalcommons.ncf.edu/theses_etds/5060