Main Ref. | Shireman, J.V. and C.R. Smith, 1983 |
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Place of Development | buoyant (pelagic) |
Shape of Egg | spherical |
Attributes | smooth, not sticky |
Color of Eggs | yellow, orange, amber |
Color of Oil Globule | |
Additional Characters | On ovulation, the egg is 1.2 - 1.3 mm in diameter with a two-layer membrane immediately adjacent to the yolk. The outer layer has adhesive properties which disappears during fertilization. The eggs are bathypelagic in flowing waters. |
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