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Exploring the fascinating world of asexual reproduction, this overview delves into the behaviors of lizards like the New Mexico whiptail, the adaptation of parthenogenetic species such as the Caucasian rock lizards to harsh environments, and the rare instances of parthenogenesis in birds. It also touches on the challenges of mammalian parthenogenesis and the potential medical applications of human parthenogenetic stem cells.
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Asexual lizard species engage in mating behaviors to stimulate ovulation and increase fertility
Distribution Patterns of Asexual Lizards
Asexual lizard species are often found in environments less hospitable to their sexually reproducing relatives
Advantages of Parthenogenesis in Lizards
Parthenogenetic lizards may have certain advantages over their sexually reproducing counterparts in specific environments, potentially leading to competitive exclusion
Mammalian parthenogenesis is challenging to achieve due to genomic imprinting, but scientific progress has been made in creating viable offspring with extended lifespans
Parthenogenesis is a rare occurrence in birds and often results in non-viable offspring, but selective breeding can increase its frequency in domesticated species
In 2021, two unfertilized eggs from California condors hatched at the San Diego Zoo, highlighting the potential for parthenogenesis even in species where sexual reproduction is the norm
Parthenogenesis has been used in medical research to create human stem cells and potentially provide tissue derivatives that are less likely to be rejected by the immune system
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Some lizard species, like the ______ ______ lizard, reproduce without male fertilization but still show mating rituals.
New Mexico
whiptail
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In asexual lizards, the individual with higher ______ levels exhibits male-like behaviors, while the one with more ______ assumes the female role.
progesterone
estrogen
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Example of parthenogenetic lizard in high-altitude environments
Darevskia dahli, reproduces asexually, thrives in Central Lesser Caucasus's harsh conditions.
