Rat Reproduction - Anatomy & Physiology

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BACK TO REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM
BACK TO SMALL DOMESTIC MAMMALS



Male

  • Sexually mature at 6-8 weeks.

oestrus cycle 4-5 d, mice have post partum oestrus duration of oestrus- 14h gestation rats- 20-22d, mice 19-21d, delayed if lactating.


Female

  • Non-seasonal polyoestrus
  • Ejaculate plug forms in the vagina.