Structure of the female reproductive system of Catopsilia pomona
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Key Words: Lepidoptera, Coliadinae, Catopsilia pomona, female reproductive system
Abstract: The female reproductive system of Catopsilia pomona (Fabricius) is described. The genitalia include a corpus bursae and associated parts, ductus seminalis, apophyses posteriores and papillae anales. The internal reproductive organ is composed of a pair of ovaries, two lateral and one common oviduct, spermatheca, accessory gland, genital chamber and oviporus. The ovaries are symmetrical, each consisting of four ovarioles. An index of ovary development is presented to aid the prevention and control of this pest.