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Originally Posted by mcaterino View Post
As an evolutionary entomologist, I can't pass up the opportunity to mention 'traumatic insemination'. Some bedbug males inseminate their mate by simply piercing the female's exoskeleton. This has led in some species to females having 'paragenitalia', a secondary opening in a new place to prevent guide the males and limit the damage.

Mike
Great stuff!

Also, another mostly lurking BBP (Big Brain Pelican)! Post more...please, please!!
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