Researchers clarify neuronal function that prevents insects from producing eggs in winter

Tuesday, May 23, 2023 - 12:37 in Biology & Nature

Dormancy is a survival strategy for many organisms that involves suppressing development and reproduction for a period of time to reduce energy consumption in unfavorable environments. In some insects, reproductive dormancy occurs during seasons unsuitable for reproduction due to a decrease in the amount of juvenile hormone, which is a well-known insect hormone.

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