Horseshoe crabs have an explosive breeding system not unlike that of some frogs and toads. They synchronize nesting to only a few hours each day at the time of the spring new and full-moon high tides.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. GrrlScientist writes about evolution, ecology, behavior and health. Atlantic horseshoe crab (Limulus polyphemus) in Sussex County, ...

The visual system of the horseshoe crab, Limulus polyphemus, provides an excellent opportunity for studying the neural basis of behavior. Quantitative analysis of the animal's visual behavior is now ...

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