Changes in the abundance of cells in the anterior pituitary gland and the possible roles of luteinizing hormone, prolactin and progesterone in the control of delayed implantation in the straw-coloured fruit bat (Eidolon helvum).

Examines the roles of the luteinizing hormone, progesterone and prolactin in the control of delayed implantation in the straw-colored fruit bat or Eidolon helvum. Histochemistry of the anterior pituitary; Plasma hormone levels; Endocrine control of delayed implantation.