The fascinating reproduction of anglerfish: A deep-sea mystery unveiled

Anglerfish are fascinating creatures that live in the deep ocean. Their unique and mysterious reproductive strategies have captured the interest of scientists and ocean enthusiasts. This review paper takes a comprehensive look at anglerfish reproduction, highlighting the remarkable adaptations that have evolved to ensure their species’ survival in the extreme depths of the ocean. The […]

Evaluation of some reproduction performances of the exotic Hyplus rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus domesticus, Linnaeus, 1758) at the SAP Mé farm (Ivory Coast)

The objective of the study was to evaluate the reproductive performance and estimate the genetic parameters, in a real environment, of the rabbit of the exotic Hyplus breed. The study will allow appreciating the parameters that could be the object of genetic improvement in view of a selection to produce a more efficient rabbit. The […]

Reproduction parameters in Phrynobatrachus latifrons Ahl 1924, a frog in degraded areas of Banco National Park (Ivory Coast)

The study of the reproductive ecology of Phrynobatrachus latifrons at the fish farm of the Banco National Park showed that the smallest mature individual measures 12.5mm in males and 17mm in females. All individuals greater than 18.9mm in males and 24.26mm in females are mature. The size of first sexual maturity (L50) calculated is 15.37mm […]

Study of the reproduction of Archachatina ventricosa in the National Center of Floristic (NCF) of the Félix Houphouët-Boigny University of Abidjan (Côte d’Ivoire)

The reproduction study of the snail Archachatina ventricosa took place at the National Center of Floristic (NCF) from January 2017 to December 2018 for two years. All the different plots of the NCF were searched monthly according to a chronogram to look for snails in mating. In addition, dissections were carried out each month on […]

Biological reproduction aspects of jaguar guapote (Parachromis managuensis) in Penjalin reservoir Brebes-Central Java, Indonesia

Jaguar Guapote (Parachromis managuensis) is an introduction fish in the Penjalin Reservoir, whose population is constantly increasing. It even tends to cause a loss of native species in that reservoir. The anticipation of the increase in this fish population can be conducted by control effort comprehensively. This study aimed to assess the biological reproduction aspects […]

Lunar periodicity in reproduction of two venerid clams Meretrix meretrix and Katelysia hiantina in Panguil Bay, Northern Mindanao, Philippines

The venerid clams Meretrix meretrix and Katelysia hiantina are important component of shallow bentho-pelagic estuarine ecosystems, fisheries and cuisine in the Indo-West Pacific region. The uncontrolled and regular harvesting of these species may lead to population decline. Studies on aspects of growth and reproductive biology are indispensable input to the rational management of the clams. […]

Comparative study of reproduction cycle of mangrove oyster (Crassostrea gasar) of the lagoons Ebrie and Aby (Côte d’Ivoire)

This study aims to give the bases of an efficient management of oyster stocks of the lagoons of the Ivory Coast and further bases of oyster-farming. It characterizes the reproduction cycle of mangrove oyster Crassostrea gasar in two lagoons of Côte d’Ivoire. The Ebrié lagoon; on the level of Grand-Bassam and Azito and the Aby […]

Study of weight gain and reproduction in the Perna perna mussel using a standard animal

This study aims to establish a link between weight variation of the brown mussel Perna perna, condition index and the environmental parameters. In order to eliminate the effect of growth on the weight variation, a standard sized animal of about 60 mm, was used. Random sampling of mussels and seawater was conducted once a month, […]

Factors affecting reproduction and growth performances in West African Dwarf sheep in sub-Saharan Africa

The West African Dwarf (WAD) sheep is a hairy sheep breed found over the south area of the 14th parallel of West Africa and Central Africa. It is a compact breed with a small mature size and short horizontal lop ears. WAD sheep are capable of limiting parasite multiplication and remain productive in tsetse-infested areas. […]

First data on reproduction and growth parameters of the cuttlefish (Sepia officinalis L.) in Oran bay (Western Algeria coasts)

This study presents the first data of growth and reproduction parameters of cuttlefish (Sepia officinalis) fishing in Western coasts of Algeria, in Oran. Such information is essential for assessing commercial potentialities of its stock, life history, and actual management of its fishery. For this purpose, a total of 581 cuttlefish, including 328 females and 253 […]