Smith C L, Peter A T, Pugh D G
Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, School of Veterinary Medicine, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN 47907, USA.
Theriogenology. 1994 Feb 2;41(3):573-92. doi: 10.1016/0093-691x(94)90169-j.
In this review we attempt to compile and summarize the diverse and often contradictory material presented on the reproduction of llamas and alpacas (hereafter referred to as lamoids). Lamoids have recently gained international popularity, and theriogenologists are often asked to intervene in clinical management of reproductive problems of these animals. We therefore present a discussion of the reproductive anatomy, physiology, and behavior of llamas as well as the follicular dynamics as observed with ultrasonography. The nonsurgical embryo transfer procedure and the nutrient requirements of llamas are also discussed.
在本综述中，我们试图汇编并总结关于美洲驼和羊驼（以下简称南美驼类动物）繁殖的各种且常常相互矛盾的资料。南美驼类动物近来在国际上颇受欢迎，繁殖专家经常被要求介入这些动物繁殖问题的临床管理。因此，我们将讨论美洲驼的生殖解剖学、生理学和行为，以及通过超声检查观察到的卵泡动态。还将讨论非手术胚胎移植程序和美洲驼的营养需求。
