paedogenesis

/ ˌpiːdəʊˈdʒɛnɪsɪs; ˌpiːdəʊdʒəˈnɛtɪk /

noun

1. sexual reproduction in an animal that retains its larval features See also neoteny

Derived Forms

• paedogenetic, adjective

Example Sentences

Paedogenesis.—Nevertheless, the function of reproduction is occasionally exercised by larvae.

From Project Gutenberg

Paedogenesis: reproduction in the sexually immature or larval stage.

From Project Gutenberg