Parthenogenetic (Adjective)
Meaning
(of reproduction) not involving the fusion of male and female gametes in reproduction.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- Some species of lizards are parthenogenetic, meaning they can reproduce without the presence of a male.
- Parthenogenetic reproduction is a rare occurrence in mammals, but it has been observed in certain species of sharks.
- The parthenogenetic process in certain plants allows them to produce seeds without fertilization by pollen.
- Whiptail lizards are known to be parthenogenetic, and they can produce offspring that are genetically identical to the mother.
- In some species of aphids, parthenogenetic reproduction allows them to quickly colonize new areas and adapt to changing environments.