Droplet Spermatophore
- Pronunciation
- /DROP-let spur-MAT-uh-for/
- Category
- Reproductive Behavior
- Singular
- Droplet Spermatophore
- Plural
- Droplet Spermatophores
Definition
A type of spermatophore where sperm are deposited in a small droplet-shaped structure.
Etymology
From English 'droplet' and Greek 'spermatos', meaning 'seed', and 'phoros', meaning 'bearer'.
Example
Some species of Diptera utilize droplet spermatophores for sperm transfer.