Reproduction in larval stage is known as
Reproduction in larval stage is known as
The correct option is A Paedogenesis
A. Paedogenesis, reproduction by sexually mature larvae, usually without fertilization. The young may be eggs, such as are produced by Miastor, a genus of gall midge flies, or other larval forms, as in the case of some flukes. This form of reproduction is distinct from neotenic reproduction in its parthenogenetic nature (i.e no fertilization occurs) and the eventual maturation or metamorphosis of the parent organism into its adult form.
B. Parthenogenesis, a reproductive strategy that involves the development of a female (rarely a male) gamete (sex cell) without fertilization. It occurs commonly among lower plants and invertebrate animals ( particularly rotifers, aphids, ants, wasps, and bees ) and rarely among higher vertebrates.
C. In neoteny, the physiological (or somatic) development of an animal or organism is slowed or delayed. Ultimately this process results in the retention, in the adults of a species, of juvenile physical characteristics well into maturity. In vertebrate biology, neoteny is most easily identified when sexually mature, completely viable juveniles or larva are found.
So, the correct answer is “Paedogenesis”.
A. Paedogenesis, reproduction by sexually mature larvae, usually without fertilization. The young may be eggs, such as are produced by Miastor, a genus of gall midge flies, or other larval forms, as in the case of some flukes. This form of reproduction is distinct from neotenic reproduction in its parthenogenetic nature (i.e no fertilization occurs) and the eventual maturation or metamorphosis of the parent organism into its adult form.
B. Parthenogenesis, a reproductive strategy that involves the development of a female (rarely a male) gamete (sex cell) without fertilization. It occurs commonly among lower plants and invertebrate animals ( particularly rotifers, aphids, ants, wasps, and bees ) and rarely among higher vertebrates.
C. In neoteny, the physiological (or somatic) development of an animal or organism is slowed or delayed. Ultimately this process results in the retention, in the adults of a species, of juvenile physical characteristics well into maturity. In vertebrate biology, neoteny is most easily identified when sexually mature, completely viable juveniles or larva are found.
So, the correct answer is “Paedogenesis”.
