Hogg, Chris; Neveu, Magella; Folkow, Lars; Stokkan, Karl-Arne; Kam, Jaimie Hoh; Douglas, Ron H; Jeffery, Glen (Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2015-05-11)
The mammalian visual range is approximately 400–700 nm, although recent evidence suggests varying ultraviolet (UV) extensions in diverse terrestrial species. UV sensitivity may have advantages in the dim, blue light shifted environment experienced by submerged marine mammals. It may also be advantageous when seals are on land as UV is reflected by snow and ice but absorbed by fur, enhancing visual ...