Nutritional castration

Definition

A method of reducing or eliminating reproductive capacity in insects by manipulating their diet to prevent or limit the development of reproductive organs.

Etymology

Example

Nutritional castration is often used in laboratory studies to control insect populations and reduce unwanted breeding.

Related Terms

• Sterility
• Insect rearing
• Reproductive control

Usage Notes

Nutritional castration involves altering the insect's diet to lack essential nutrients required for reproductive development. This typically involves removing or reducing certain hormones or other factors that promote reproduction.