Consequences of Evolving with Bacterial Symbionts: Insights from the Squid-Vibrio Associations
http://arjournals.annualreviews.org/doi/pdf/10.1146/annurev.ecolsys.30.1.235

Margaret J. McFall-Ngai, Annual Review of Ecology and Systematics


This Annual Reviews journal article provides an overview of progress of the study of the squid-vibrio association. The 25-page PDF article looks at the partners (bobtail squid and luminous bacterial symbionts), the host life cycle and maintenance of breeding colonies under laboratory conditions, the initiation of the symbiosis, development of the light organ of Euprymna scolopes, and maintenance of a stable symbiosis. A subscription to Annual Reviews may be required to view this article.


Subject: Biology:Ecology:Symbiotic Relations, Habitats:Marine, Biology:Microbiology
Resource Type: Scientific Resources:Overview/Reference Work
Grade Level: College Upper (15-16), Graduate/Professional, College Lower (13-14)
Ocean Environments: Surface Waters, Deep Waters
Theme: Teach the Earth:Course Topics:Ecology