Spermatophore production in Rhodnius prolixus

摘要: SUMMARY On the basis of experimental and histochemical evidence it has been shown that main body spermatophore Rhodnius is a mucoprotein or neutral mucopolysaccharide originating in transparent accessory glands male. A study events during copulation demonstrated formed inside sac, folded terminal portion intromittent organ. Normally base penis, sac everted by influx secretion acts as mould for spermatophore. The solidification fluid, result lowering pH brought about bulbus ejaculatorius.