MicroCT Imaging of the Optic Tecta (in Blue) within the Brain (Dark) of a Giant Moray Eel (IMAGE)

Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) Graduate University

MicroCT Imaging of the Optic Tecta (in Blue) within the Brain (Dark) of a Giant Moray Eel

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Nocturnal fishes were found to have smaller optic tecta (relative to the rest of the brain) than those that are active during the day, even though their eyes are larger.

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Teresa L. Iglesias

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