Internal and External Fertilization

Horseshoe crabs spawning

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Amongst animals that reproduce sexually, there are those that use external fertilization (usually marine and aquatic organisms, such as corals, frogs, fish and the ancient horseshoe crabs shown above) and those that practise internal fertilization (mammals, birds, reptiles and some insects).

Six page handout including student worksheet on internal vs external fertilization.

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