Seasonal changes in sexual activity and semen quality in the Angora ram. 1. Libido and male hormone concentrations

Author: P.G. Loubser, C.H. van Niekerk and L.J.J. Botha
Year: 1983
Issue: 2
Volume: 13
Page: 131 - 133

The seasonal changes in libido and peripheral venous plasma concentrations of testosterone and luteinizing hormone of the Angora ram were investigated. A definite breeding season from March to the end of July was determined. Libido, as well as the levels of testosterone and luteinizing hormone followed a seasonal pattern with a change in photoperiod being the main stimulus for the seasonal sexual variations.

Keywords: environmental temperature, libido, photoperiod, season, testosterone hormone
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