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dellzeqq

pre-talced and mighty
Location
SW2
Aphid fact no.1 Some aphids are so fertile that the foetuses already have foetuses, if you see what I mean. Three generations in one!
 

Seamab

Senior Member
Location
Dollar
I did my hill climb practice route around the Dollar/Blairingone/Powmill area.

They seemed to be hanging about in sheltered areas just waiting for the passing cyclist.
 
dellzeqq said:
Aphid fact no.1 Some aphids are so fertile that the foetuses already have foetuses, if you see what I mean. Three generations in one!

that's right, when times are good they employ a type of asexual reproduction called parthenogenesis. so like you say, mother gives birth to daughter who already has grandaughter inside her. all like little clones and all female. they do mix it up a little (genetically speaking) too, with a little sexual reproduction. great creatures i reckon. :smile:
 

AndyCarolan

Do you smell fudge?
Location
Norwich
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Only way to avoid eating them is to ride with your mouth shut - A scarf/buff in this weather will make you too damn hot

Rorschach had the right idea though
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