Parthenogenesis, a form of asexual reproduction in which an egg develops in the absence of fertilisation, has traditionally been associated with invertebrates. However, recent discoveries have ...

Scientists are studying whether a phenomenon called parthenogenesis, a rare form of asexual reproduction, or delayed fertilization, where fertilization occurs long after mating, could have occurred.

While asexual reproduction is common among many plants and invertebrates, parthenogenesis, in which an egg develops, is more rare in vertebrates. And scientists are still unsure of exactly why it ...

Parthenogenesis is a form of asexual reproduction that can occur in fish and reptile species By Angelica Stabile Fox News Published February 20, 2024 2:25pm EST ...

One possibility is that this represents a case of "parthenogenesis", a rare form of asexual reproduction exhibited in sharks that lets them give birth without needing to mate.

All the latest science news on parthenogenesis from Phys.org. Find the latest news, advancements, and breakthroughs. ... Asexual reproduction is common for animals like starfish, deep-sea worms, ...

Green anacondas are on a lengthening list of animals able to give birth without a mate. The more animals in which biologists discover asexual reproduction, the more they are rethinking the basics ...

Because it’s challenging to track how often parthenogenesis happens in the wild, many “firsts” in asexual reproduction are seen in animals in human care, a National Geographic article reported.

Charlotte the ray was touted as a case of asexual reproduction. Her aquarium now says she's actually sick with a rare disease — not pregnant. "This is a very weird story," an expert tells NPR.

The aquarium says Yoko's birth could be the result of either delayed fertilization or parthenogenesis, a rare form of asexual reproduction — in which offspring are identical copies of their ...

In the animal kingdom, reproduction is a necessary part of species survival. Learn about 12 animals that reproduce asexually and don't need a mate.