The air-breathing behaviour of Brevimyrus niger (Osteoglossomorpha, Mormyridae)

Publication Type:Journal Article
Year of Publication:2007
Authors:Moritz, T., Linsenmair K. E.
Journal:Journal of Fish Biology
Volume:71
Issue:1
Pagination:279 - 283
Date Published:Jan-07-2007
ISSN:0022-1112
Abstract:

Brevimyrus niger is reported to breathe atmospheric air, confirming previous documentation of air breathing in this species. Air is taken up by rising to the water surface and gulping, or permanently resting just below the surface, depending on the environmental conditions.

URL:http://www.blackwell-synergy.com/toc/jfb/71/1http://doi.wiley.com/10.1111/j.1095-8649.2007.01473.x
DOI:10.1111/jfb.2007.71.issue-110.1111/j.1095-8649.2007.01473.x
Short Title:J Fish Biology
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