The maternal transfer of trace elements is a process by which offspring may accumulate
trace elements from their maternal parent. Although maternal transfer has been assessed in …

This study investigated the accumulation Co, Cu, Fe, Mn, Ni, Se, and Zn in Atlantic
horseshoe crab (Limulus polyphemus) early life stages (egg, embryo and larvae) and …

During early development, benthic organisms can accumulate nonessential trace elements
through aqueous and particulate sources. This study investigated the accumulation of Ag …

We examined the concentrations of arsenic, cadmium, chromium, lead, manganese,
mercury, and selenium in the eggs, leg muscle, and apodeme (carapace musculature) in …

There is considerable concern for the health of spawning populations of horseshoe crabs
(Limulus polyphemus) along the east coast of North America because of an increase in the …

The stone crab (Menippe mercenaria) is an important component of the estuarine food web
as both predator and prey. Stone crabs live in sediment, primarily consume oysters, and as a …

In sea turtles, parental investment is limited to the nutrients and energy invested in eggs that
will support embryonic development. Leatherback females have the largest clutches with the …

The health of horseshoe crab (Limulus polyphemus) eggs is important not only to maintain
horseshoe crab populations, but because they are a resource for higher trophic levels, such …

The objective of this study was to investigate the effects of acute exposure to copper,
chromium and mixtures of these metals on reproductive parameters of female Carcinus …

Lactation in pinnipeds represents the most significant cost to mothers during the
reproductive cycle. Dynamics of trace elements and their mobilization associated with …