Sexupara

Definition

A term used mostly in entomology, referring to a parthenogenetic female aphid that gives birth to both male and female offspring, usually in the fall as part of the seasonal cycle.

Etymology

Example

In the life cycle of aphids, the sexupara produces both male and female offspring during the transition to the sexual phase.

Related Terms

• parthenogenesis
• Aphid
• Life cycle

Usage Notes

Sexuparae play a crucial role in the reproduction cycle of aphids, transitioning from asexual to sexual reproduction.