The jump ofOrchestia cavimana Heller, 1865 (Crustacea,Amphipoda, Talitridae) |
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| Authors: | G Bracht |
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| Institution: | (1) Abteilung Physiologie und Ökologie des Zoologischen Institutes der Universität Münster, Badestrasse 9, D-4400 Münster, Germany |
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| Abstract: | Summary The saltatory locomotion of the Talitrid (Crustacea)Orchestia cavimana Heller, 1865, was studied by high frequency cinematography (1000 fps). The jump lasts about 350–400 msec and covers a distance of 18 cm due to an average acceleration of 300 m/sec2. About 4–6 somersaults are performed in the course of each jump.Thanks are due to Prof. Dr R. Altevogt for guidance, encouragement and translating the German text. |
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