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Spermatophore size in bushcrickets: Comparative evidence for nuptial gifts as a sperm protection...

Authors :
Wedell, Nina
Source :
Evolution. Aug93, Vol. 47 Issue 4, p1203. 10p. 2 Charts, 6 Graphs.
Publication Year :
1993

Abstract

Studies the relationship of the spermatophore size of male bushcrickets with the refractory period of females and fertilization success. Role of nuptial gifts during courtship and copulation activities of insects; Variation in spermatophore size as a function of mating effort rather than paternal investment.

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Subjects :
*CRICKETS (Insect)
*ANIMAL courtship
*ANIMAL behavior

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Language :
English
ISSN :
00143820
Volume :
47
Issue :
4
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Evolution
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
9501132207
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1558-5646.1993.tb02147.x
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