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spermatophore counting (Pieridae)
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Description
Dissection and counting of spermatophores in female bursa copulatrix to quantify mating success and reproductive history in wild-caught butterflies.
Typical Equipment
- hand nets
- freezer
- dissection equipment
Output Measurements
- number of matings
- mating success