Gestational period and reproductive cycle in Spix's yellow-toothed cavy (Galea spixii Wagler, 1831)
André Menezes do Vale,
Gleidson Benevides de Oliveira,
Hélio Noberto de Araújo Júnior
et al.
Abstract:Spix's yellow-toothed cavies are rodents displaying high biological and farming potential. Knowledge of cavy reproductive aspects is paramount for satisfactory breeding. This study aimed to determine the gestation length and characterize the reproductive cycle phases of Spix's yellow-toothed cavies, also investigating potential male effects on these processes. The investigated animals were categorized into three groups: Gestational follow-up (G1), with a 5:1 female-to-male enclosure ratio; estrous cycle (G2), … Show more
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