The characteristics of male and female reproductive tracts and reproductive physiology in
camelids are described. An account is given on methods of collection, characteristics and …

In this paper, aspects of reproductive physiology and endocrinology, as well as sexual
behaviour in South American camelids are reviewed. Because of the many unique features …

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Studies were conducted to document the existence of an ovulation-inducing factor in the
seminal plasma of alpacas (experiment 1) and llamas (experiment 2) and to determine if the …

Bactrian camels (63♀♀, 8♂♂) were used in the breeding season to determine the factors
that will induce ovulation. After insemination of semen samples into the vagina, the ovaries …

The effects of lactational status and reproductive status on patterns of follicle growth and
regression were studied in 41 llamas. Animals were examined daily by transrectal …

Semen collection and artificial insemination have not yet been fully developed in the alpaca.
Thus, we collected semen from 7 males suing a modified artificial vagina placed inside a …

Semen was collected from ten intact male alpacas (five were adults and five were 3 years
old) using an artificial vagina. Liquefaction of the viscous semen occurred within 24 h, after …

The relation of ovarian follicle size to pituitary and ovarian responses to copulation was
studied in domesticated South American camelids (llamas and alpacas). Females from each …

Female South American camelids present striking reproductive peculiarities compared to
other domestic livestock. Characteristics such as induced ovulation, pregnancy recognition …