Study First to Measure Physiological Effects of Crude Oil on Olfactory System in Marine Animal (IMAGE)

Florida Atlantic University

Study First to Measure Physiological Effects of Crude Oil on Olfactory System in Marine Animal

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The Atlantic stingray, Hypanus sabinus, an elasmobranch fish, is renowned for its well-developed sensory systems, which are critical to alert them of the presence of predators, prey, mates, and unfavorable environmental conditions. Any impairment of these sensory systems could have a damaging effect on their survival and fitness.

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Stephen M. Kajiura, Ph.D./Florida Atlantic University

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