Terminology
transfer of a newborn to a lactating mother
fostering
Cessation of ability to reproduce
Menopause
What mammal is monogamous?
gerbil
early stage of pregnancy
embryo
one season a year to mate
monoestrous
False Pregnancy
pseudopregnancy
What animal from our slides is known as precocial?
guinea pigs
late stage of pregnancy
fetus
Females can become pregnant numerous times a year
polyestrous
Production of milk
Lactating
Why are mammals typically not mated during first estrous?
underweight
What two mammals take the longest to reach puberty
gerbils and guinea pigs
Born hairless, eyes closed, relies on mother to take care of them
Altricial
Releasing of eggs
Estrous
Name 2 of the 3 precautions that need to be taken during gestation?
Use food high in protein
Separate the pregnant females
Transfer females to a cage with solid floors
What are the 2 main functions of the male reproductive system
Produce sperm
Deposit sperm at proper site
animal or bird born in an advanced state and able to feed itself almost immediately. (Longer pregnancy)
Precocial
Position for mating
Lordosis
What makes it possible for animals to be polytocous?
Have 2 uteruses
What are 2 of the 3 functions of the reproductive system?
Produce Eggs (ova)
Incubate and Nourish embryo
Nourish young after birth