Ovipositor

usgb/ˌoʊ.vɪˈpɑː.zɪ.tɚ/
noun

An ovipositor is a tubular organ through which a female insect or other animal lays her eggs.

The female wasp used her ovipositor to lay eggs inside the plant.
Visual representation of "ovipositor" - An ovipositor is a tubular organ through which a female insect or other animal lays her eggs.

Often appears as...

  • laying eggs
  • female reproductive organ

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Biological terminology

The term is specific to biology and insect anatomy.

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Used in scientific contexts.
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Insect behavior

Understanding ovipositor functions gives insight into reproductive habits.

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Important for entomological studies.
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Species variation

Different species have adapted their ovipositors for specific environments.

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This can influence the survival of their offspring.
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