Difference between revisions of "Avian Hormonal Control of Testicular Function - Anatomy & Physiology"

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Testes under the influence of FSH and LH.
Leydig cells produce Testosterone and Androstenedione under the influence of LH.
- Provide secondary sex characteristics:
  - Coloration
  - Song during courtship
  - Comb growth.
  - Plumage and Bill colour
- Testosterone increases spermatogenesis and growth of accessory reproductive organs.
FSH initiates growth of semniferous tubules and results in increased spermatogenesis.

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 * Testes under the influence of [[Endocrine_System_-_Pituitary_Gland_-_Anatomy_%26_Physiology#Hormones_of_the_Anterior_Pituitary_Gland|FSH and LH]].