Hemocoelic insemination

Pronunciation
/hem-oh-SEE-lik in-SEE-min-ay-shun/
Category
Reproductive Behavior

Definition

A reproductive method in which sperm is deposited into the hemolymph (insect blood) and then transferred to the female reproductive organs.

Etymology

From Greek 'haima' meaning 'blood' and 'koilos', meaning 'cavity'.

Example

In some species of flies, hemocoelic insemination occurs when the male deposits sperm directly into the female's hemolymph.

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