Agouti articles
Why is the Artificial Vagina (AV) method generally impractical for collecting semen from agoutis?
What technique has become the primary method for obtaining male gametes from agoutis in controlled laboratory settings?
What is required to chemically restrain an agouti before performing electro-ejaculation?
What relationship was observed between the duration of electrical stimulation during EE and the final volume of the collected ejaculate?
What conclusion was drawn regarding the maximum effective ejaculation time during EE procedures for agoutis?
To maintain the necessary physical conditions for a robust ejaculation during EE, how long should the 'off periods' between electrical currents be?
In a key study investigating collected ejaculate samples via EE, what percentage of those samples actually contained viable spermatozoa?
How did the sperm concentration recovered via post-mortem epididymal washing compare to the concentration found in ejaculated samples obtained via EE?
What alternative fluid expulsion behavior is suggested as a possible explanation for sudden discharges seen during non-clinical excitement in agoutis?
What specialized structures are mentioned as covering the agouti penis?
How quickly can a newborn Red-rumped Agouti begin running after birth?
How is the agouti's running speed primarily utilized when danger is sensed?
What physical feature is key to providing the thrust needed for an agouti's escape?
What characterizes the running style of an agouti when fleeing predators?
What environmental factor dictates that maneuverability is more important than sustained sprinting for the agouti?
What term describes the agouti's famous seed-burying behavior?
What distinctive physical traits are noted as hinting at the agouti's need for awareness and rapid response?
What function do the established routes or trails used by agoutis serve during an escape?
What does the rapid onset of mobility in young agoutis suggest about their native habitat?
What is the primary contrast between the agouti's foraging activities and its escape mechanics?
How many toes does an agouti typically possess on its hind feet?
What is the primary ecological contribution of the agouti's food hoarding behavior?
What characteristic best describes the physical texture of an agouti's fur?
What is the typical duration of an agouti's gestation period?
What adaptation allows agoutis to successfully consume tough food items?
In what type of environment are agoutis primarily native?
How does predator pressure typically influence the activity patterns of agoutis?
What is the typical social grouping observed among agoutis?
What pragmatic choice do agoutis sometimes make regarding shelter?