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Mechanisms of Diapause in Major Crustacean Taxa: Environmental Cues, Gene Regulation, and Adaptive Strategies
Simple Summary Diapause is a regulated dormancy state utilized by numerous crustaceans to survive harsh environmental conditions such as salinity fluctuations, food scarcity, and extreme temperatures. During diapause, both development and metabolism are minimized until favorable conditions reemerge. This overview summa...
Malik Qammar, Atiq Irish, Syeda Maira Hamid et al.
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