Male accessory gland protein reduces egg laying in a simultaneous hermaphrodite.

Seminal fluid is an important part of the ejaculate of internally fertilizing animals. This fluid contains substances that nourish and activate sperm for successful fertilization. Additionally, it contains components that influence female physiology to further enhance fertilization success of the sp...

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Main Authors: Joris M Koene, Wiebe Sloot, Kora Montagne-Wajer, Scott F Cummins, Bernard M Degnan, John S Smith, Gregg T Nagle, Andries ter Maat
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2010-04-01
Series:PLoS ONE
Online Access:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/pmid/20404934/pdf/?tool=EBI