Journalartikel

Jahr der Veröffentlichung: 2013

Zeitschrift: Scientific Reports

Bandnummer: 3

ISSN: 2045-2322

eISSN: 2045-2322

Open Access Status: Gold

DOI Link: https://doi.org/10.1038/srep02066

Verlag: Nature Research

Abstract: 
The paper described a novel technique for semen collection in large psittacines (patent pending), a procedure which was not routinely possible before. For the first time, a large set of semen samples is now available for analysis as well as for artificial insemination. Semen samples of more than 100 psittacine taxa were collected and analysed; data demonstrate large differences in the spermatological parameters between families, indicating an ecological relationship with breeding behaviour (polygamous versus monogamous birds). Using semen samples for artificial insemination resulted in the production of offspring in various families, such as Macaws and Cockatoos, for the first time ever. The present technique represents a breakthrough in species conservation programs and will enable future research into the ecology and environmental factors influencing endangered species.

Harvard-Zitierstil: Lierz, M., Reinschmidt, M., Müller, H., Wink, M. and Neumann, D. (2013) A novel method for semen collection and artificial insemination in large parrots (Psittaciformes), Scientific Reports, 3, Article 2066. https://doi.org/10.1038/srep02066

APA-Zitierstil: Lierz, M., Reinschmidt, M., Müller, H., Wink, M., & Neumann, D. (2013). A novel method for semen collection and artificial insemination in large parrots (Psittaciformes). Scientific Reports. 3, Article 2066. https://doi.org/10.1038/srep02066