Étude du fonctionnement testiculaire chez le hérisson d’algérie (Atelerix algirus)

Abstract

The analysis of the histological sections of the testis and the epididymis of the Hedgehog showed that during the month of October, spermatogenesis is stopped at the primary spermatocyte stage and the seminiferous tubes are small (19.66±3.56 µm). During the months of May and June, spermatogenesis was activated. The seminiferous tubules increased in size (28.27±3.28 µm) and showed signs of spermatogenetic activity. This study shows that the Algerian Hedgehog has a sexual cycle characterized by an autumnal rest, a winter recovery and spring activity