gonopods

[US]/ˈɡɒnəpɒdz/
[UK]/ˈɡɑːnəpɑːdz/

Translation

n.specialized appendages used for copulation and reproduction in certain arthropods and crustaceans

Example Sentences

male crayfish use their gonopods to transfer sperm to females during mating season.

gonopods are specialized reproductive appendages found in decapod crustaceans.

researchers study gonopod morphology to identify different species of shrimp.

during breeding season, the gonopods of male crabs become more prominent.

the structure of gonopods varies significantly among different crustacean families.

female crayfish can store sperm received through gonopods for later fertilization.

gonopods evolved from walking legs and adapted for reproductive functions.

marine biologists examine gonopods to determine the maturity of crustacean specimens.

the gonopod count helps taxonomists classify organisms into proper taxonomic groups.

some species of shrimp have asymmetric gonopods used in complex mating rituals.

damage to gonopods can prevent male crustaceans from successfully reproducing.

the development of gonopods indicates the onset of sexual maturity in male crustaceans.

gonopods contain sensory organs that help males locate receptive females.

in some species, gonopods deliver spermatophores directly to the female's genital opening.

the evolutionary adaptation of gonopods represents a significant milestone in crustacean biology.

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