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Ovoviviparity MeSH Descriptor Data 2025


MeSH Heading
Ovoviviparity
Tree Number(s)
G08.686.655
Unique ID
D052285
RDF Unique Identifier
http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/D052285
Scope Note
The capability of producing yolk-filled eggs that hatch within the body, so that the young are born alive, but without placental attachment. This applies to certain species of REPTILES and FISHES.
Entry Term(s)
Ovoviviparous
See Also
Clutch Size
Public MeSH Note
2006
History Note
2006
Date Established
2006/01/01
Date of Entry
2005/06/30
Revision Date
2008/07/08
Ovoviviparity Preferred
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