Why do horseshoe crabs only mate during the full moon?

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Why do horseshoe crabs only mate during the full moon?

2006-07-13 03:48:17 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Science & Mathematics ➔ Biology

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The full moon is more of a cyclical timer that horseshoe crabs and many other invertebrates use to establish a time frame of sorts in order to carry out specific biological functions. Besides, horseshoe crabs have a hell of a time lighting candles for the same romantic ambiance.

2006-07-13 04:42:07 · answer #1 · answered by icehoundxx 6 · 4⤊ 1⤋

Have you ever tried to mate with a horseshoe crab? Trust me you need the light.

2006-07-13 10:51:44 · answer #2 · answered by Greg 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Because it's just so darned romantic.

2006-07-13 10:51:20 · answer #3 · answered by askthepizzaguy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋

freaks come out at night . .

2006-07-13 14:20:40 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋