Reproduction in Animals: Asexual vs Sexual Reproduction

Asexual reproduction and sexual reproduction

Testes produce sperm by meiosis and secrete testosterone.

Asexual reproduction involves one parent and produces genetically identical offspring. Sexual reproduction involves two parents and produces genetically unique offspring.

<p>Epididymis is responsible for maturing and storing sperm cells.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The pituitary gland secretes FSH (follicle stimulating hormone) to stimulate sperm production in the testes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Allows sperm to swim, provides nutrients, acts as a lubricant, and protects sperm.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Egg fertilization typically occurs in the fallopian tubes (oviduct).</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Promotes development of a follicle which produces oestrogen.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Causes contractions to occur to push the baby out as well as milk letdown after birth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Allows uterus to grow during gestation, inhibits lactation prior to birth, develops the mammary glands, induces labour, inhibits immune response to embryo.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Promotes the secondary sex characteristics in the female, promotes the development and growth of the mammary gland.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sheep are short-day breeders, they breed when daylight hours begin to reduce.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A few days before birth, the udder swells. Ligaments around the base of tail relax, pelvic bones widen. Forelegs leave first followed by head tucked in between.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>21 days, 2-3 days farrowing, 115 days total gestation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Umbilical cord is cut in two places and tied, the navel is disinfected with iodine.</p> Signup and view all the answers