| Réf. Princ. | Breder, C.M. and D.E. Rosen, 1966 |
| Mode | dioecism |
| Fertilisation | internal (oviduct) |
| Mating type | |
| Fréquence de ponte | |
| Spawning aggregation | Réf. |
| Reproducteur multiple | Réf. |
| Guilde reproductive |
bearers internal live bearers |
| Parental Care | |
| Description du cycle de vie et comportement d'accouplement | Viviparous, placental (Ref. 50449). Litter size 2-4 pups (Ref. 244) after an 8-9 months gestation period (up to 16 months in some localities) (Ref.58048). Size at birth ranges from 33-52 cm (Ref. 244); 48-50 cm TL (Ref.58048). Distinct pairing with embrace (Ref. 205). Precopulatory and courtship involve the male closely following near the female's vent which could possibly be guided by their sense of smell (Ref. 49562, 47987). |
| Chercher plus de références à propos de reproduction | Scirus |