Anatomy of the reproductive tract of the female African elephant (Loxodonta africana) with reference to development of techniques for artificial breeding

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Summary. Complete reproductive tracts of 30 female African elephants (5–53 years), obtained during a population reduction procedure, were examined. The reproductive tracts were palpated in situ via the urogenital canal. A plastic speculum (1·3 × 170 cm) was introduced into the canal and dye was injected to simulate the procedure for artificial insemination. The lengths of reproductive tracts (from the vulva to the ovary) ranged from 120 to 358 cm. The length increased with the size and age of the animal. There was a membranous constriction (hymen) with an orifice, Keywords: anatomy; artificial breeding; elephant; female

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