Reproduction of Idotea balthica
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Main Ref. Ruppert, E.E., R.S. Fox and R.D. Barnes, 2004
Mode dioecism
Fertilization internal (oviduct)
Spawning Frequency
Batch Spawner No
Reproductive Guild bearers
External brooders
Description of life cycle and mating behavior Members of the order Isopoda are mostly gonochoric. Mating behavior: Mating usually occurs before and sometimes during the parturial molt. Sperm transfer is indirect. Life cycle: Eggs are brooded in the marsupium, which later hatch into manca postlarva before developing into adults.
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Entered by Parducho, Vina Angelica on 06.08.15
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