Resumo Aspectos da biologia reprodutiva de Donax striatus foram estudados. Os indivíduos foram coletados mensalmente de fevereiro de 2021 a janeiro de 2022 na praia Gado Bravo, no município de Tibau do Norte, estado do Rio Grande do Norte, Brasil. Donax striatus é uma espécie dióica sem dimorfismo macroscópico externo (na concha) ou interno (gônadas). Assim, é necessário um exame microscópico das células reprodutivas. Para a caracterização dos estágios de desenvolvimento gonadal e determinação do tamanho na primeira maturidade sexual (L50), 30 espécimes foram selecionados mensalmente entre fevereiro de 2021 e janeiro de 2022 e submetidos ao processamento histológico. O índice de Condição (IC) de cada indivíduo foi estimado e as variações mensais foram estatisticamente avaliadas. O tamanho de primeira maturação (L50) foi estimado em 14,2 mm de comprimento de concha. Para promover a conservação da espécie, recomenda-se a captura de indivíduos maiores que 14,2 mm. Os menores índices de condição foram encontrados na estação seca, com maior ocorrência de organismos em fase de eliminação e exibindo reorganização do tecido gonadal. Índices maiores foram encontrados no período chuvoso, com presença de indivíduos maduros. A natureza contínua da gametogênese em Donax stritatus reflete a influência das chuvas na região. Machos e fêmeas apresentam pico de eliminação de gametas com pausas durante o ano, mas com presença de indivíduos em maturação e eliminação ao longo do ano. Como a mariscagem visando Donax striatus é excessiva na Praia de Gado Bravo, no estado do Rio Grande do Norte, espera-se que os resultados do presente estudo possam contribuir para o estabelecimento de medidas de manejo da atividade e estratégias de conservação da espécie. estudados 202 Bravo Norte Brasil concha gônadas. gônadas . (gônadas) Assim reprodutivas L50, L50 L , 3 histológico IC (IC avaliadas (L50 142 14 2 14, recomendase recomenda se seca chuvoso maduros região ano esperase espera 20 (gônadas L5 (L5 1 (L

Abstract Aspects of the reproductive biology of Donax striatus were studied from individuals collected from Gado Bravo Beach in the municipality of Tibau do Norte, state of Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil. Donax striatus is a dioic species without external (on the shell) or internal (gonads) macroscopic dimorphism. Thus, a microscopic examination of the reproductive cells is necessary. For the characterization of the gonadal development stages and determination of the size at first sexual maturity (L50), 30 specimens were selected monthly between February 2021 and January 2022 and submitted to histological processing. The condition index (CI) of each individual was estimated and monthly variations were statistically assessed. The size at first maturity (L50) was estimated to be 14.2 mm in shell length. To foster conservation of the species, catches of individuals larger than 14.2 mm is recommended. The lowest condition indices were found in the dry season, with a greater occurrence of organisms in the elimination stage and exhibiting gonad tissue reorganization. Higher indices were found in the rainy season, with the presence of mature individuals. The continuous nature of gametogenesis in Donax stritatus reflects the influence of rainfall in the region. Males and females have peak gamete elimination with pauses during the year, but with the presence of maturing and eliminating individuals throughout the year. As shellfish gathering targeting Donax striatus is excessive on Gado Bravo Beach in the state of Rio Grande do Norte, it is hoped that the results of the present study can contribute to the establishment of management measures for the activity and conservation strategies for the species. Norte Brazil gonads (gonads dimorphism Thus necessary L50, L50 L , 3 202 processing CI (CI assessed (L50 142 14 2 14. length recommended season reorganization region year L5 20 (L5 1 (L

Abstract The horned octopod Eledone cirrhosa, a medium-sized species found in Arabian Gulf off Saudi Arabia, was collected monthly from the Arabian Gulf off Dammam city during January to December 2022. Samples were dissected and prepared for examination using transmission electron microscopy. During genital maturation, seminiferous tubules are established in the testis, with active spermatogonia dividing. Spermatocytes 1 are observed in the tubule, followed by an increase in spermatogonia and spermatocytes in August. Spermiogenesis begins, with spherical spermatids evolving into elongated spermatids. In September, active spermatogonia, meiotic divisions, and increased spermiogenesis continue. Spermatozoa appear in Needham's pouch, indicating sexual maturity. The ovary undergoes various stages of development, with oocytes at stage I in June and July, followed by stage II in October and November. In stage III, follicular cords invade the oocyte's cytoplasm, forming numerous lipid inclusions and protein granules. The cytoplasm contains cisternae of endoplasmic reticulum and a poorly developed Golgi apparatus. Stage IV occurs in November, characterized by the maximum development of follicular cords and the beginning of vitellogenesis. The ooplasm contains numerous lipid inclusions, a syncytium, and secretory cells. From December, stage V oocytes are mainly present, indicating the activity phase of maximum secretion. Yolk platelets accumulate in the oocyte ooplasm, and chorion forms at the zona pellucida. In January, the first smooth eggs are found in some octopuses' ovary, with their proportion increasing steadily. This study aimed to investigate the mitogenic action of gonadotropin and identify the periods of intense cell multiplication during the sexual cycle using cytological methods. cirrhosa mediumsized medium sized Arabia 2022 microscopy maturation testis dividing tubule August begins September divisions continue Needhams Needham s pouch maturity July November III granules apparatus vitellogenesis syncytium cells present secretion pellucida octopuses steadily methods 202 20 2

Resumo O polvo com chifres Eledone cirrhosa, uma espécie de tamanho médio encontrada no Golfo Arábico ao largo da Arábia Saudita, foi coletado mensalmente no Golfo Arábico ao largo da cidade de Dammam durante o período de janeiro a dezembro de 2022. As amostras foram dissecadas e preparadas para exame por microscopia eletrônica. Durante a maturação genital, os túbulos seminíferos se estabelecem nos testículos, com espermatogônias ativas se dividindo. Espermatócitos 1 são observados no túbulo, seguidos de aumento de espermatogônias e espermatócitos em agosto. A espermiogênese começa com espermátides esféricas evoluindo para espermátides alongadas. Em setembro, as espermatogônias ativas, as divisões meióticas e o aumento da espermiogênese continuam. Os espermatozoides aparecem na Bolsa de Needham, indicando maturidade sexual. O ovário passa por vários estágios de desenvolvimento, com oócitos no estágio I em junho e julho, seguido pelo estágio II em outubro e novembro. No estágio IIIc, os cordões foliculares invadem o citoplasma do oócito, formando numerosas inclusões lipídicas e grânulos proteicos. O citoplasma contém cisternas de retículo endoplasmático e um Aparelho de Golgi pouco desenvolvido. O estágio IV ocorre em novembro, caracterizado pelo máximo desenvolvimento dos cordões foliculares e pelo início da vitelogênese. O ooplasma contém numerosas inclusões lipídicas, um sincício e células secretoras. A partir de dezembro, os oócitos do estágio V estão principalmente presentes, indicando a fase de atividade de secreção máxima. As plaquetas da gema acumulam-se no ooplasma do ovócito e o córion se forma na zona pelúcida. Em janeiro, os primeiros óvulos lisos são encontrados no ovário de alguns polvos e sua proporção aumenta continuamente. Este estudo teve como objetivo investigar a ação mitogênica da gonadotrofina bem como identificar os períodos de intensa multiplicação celular durante o ciclo sexual por meio de métodos citológicos. cirrhosa Saudita 2022 eletrônica genital testículos dividindo túbulo agosto alongadas setembro continuam Needham julho novembro IIIc oócito proteicos desenvolvido vitelogênese secretoras presentes máxima acumulamse acumulam pelúcida continuamente citológicos 202 20 2

Abstract The female reproductive function is coordinated by the endocrine system driven by the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal (HPG) axis. While not directly part of the female reproductive system, the gut microbiome plays a crucial role in overall health, including reproductive health. The gut microbiome communicates bidirectionally with the brain via the gut-brain axis, influencing stress levels, mood, and hormonal balance, which can impact reproductive health and fertility. In addition to that, the vaginal and uterine microbiome are directly involved with the reproductive success of farm animals, including female fertility and offspring development. In this paper, we summarize some of the effects of bacterial contamination in the female reproductive tract and their association with reproductive performance in farm animals. hypothalamicpituitarygonadal hypothalamic pituitary gonadal HPG (HPG axis gutbrain levels mood balance that animals development paper

Resumen Introducción: La Pácora (Plagioscion magdalenae) es una especie nativa de Colombia y en categoría de casi amenazada a nivel del país, de la que poco se conoce acerca de las estructuras con aporte etológico en su historia de vida. Objetivo: Analizar el desarrollo gonadal relacionado con la espermatogénesis de P. magdalenae y las implicaciones taxonómicas a partir de la vejiga natatoria. Métodos: Realizamos siete muestreos en dos periodos climáticos: el primero en octubre de 2019 a febrero de 2020 de recolectas bimensuales y la segunda de octubre 2020 a enero 2021 de recolectas mensuales; con el fin de abarcar cada momento del pulso de inundación de la cuenca baja del Magdalena. Describimos la histomorfología testicular y las características macroscópicas de la vejiga natatoria de la especie. Además, analizamos aspectos como relaciones morfométricas, clases de tallas por sexos, la proporción sexual y la época de madurez sexual. Resultados: Analizamos 142 ejemplares y 4 intervalos de tallas fueron establecidos (entre 145 y 575 mm LE), 66 fueron machos y 73 hembras con una proporción sexual global 1.1:0.9 (hembra-macho) sin diferencias. Los machos tienen testículos de tipo tubular, protegidos por el peritoneo que se encuentra recubierto por la musculatura sónica de la vejiga natatoria, la cual posee forma de ''zanahoria'' sin apéndices, con dos bandas laterales de músculos intrínsecos (promedio entre 6.75 cm de largo y 1.48 cm de ancho) unidos por una aponeurosis y que solo se encuentran en machos sexualmente maduros. Conclusión: Los testículos poseen una organización de tipo lobular irrestricto y la espermatogénesis se da en lóbulos seminíferos. La vejiga natatoria de la Pácora es simple y no tiene estructuras accesorias. La distribución geográfica de P. magdalenae se restringe a la cuenca del río Magdalena en Colombia.

Abstract Introduction: The Pácora (Plagioscion magdalenae) is a species native to Colombia and in near-threatened category at the country level, of which little is known about the structures with ethological contribution in its life history. Objective: To analyze the gonadal development related to spermatogenesis of P. magdalenae and the taxonomic implications from the swim bladder. Methods: We collected seven samples in two climatic periods: the first from October 2019 to February 2020 of bimonthly collections, and the second from October 2020 to January 2021 of monthly collections; to cover every moment of the flood pulse of the lower Magdalena basin. We described the testicular histomorphology and macroscopic characteristics of the swim bladder of the species. In addition, we analyzed aspects such as morphometric relationships, size classes by sex, sex ratio and time of sexual maturity. Results: We analyzed 142 specimens and established 4 size intervals (between 145 and 575 mm SL), 66 were males and 73 females with an overall sex ratio of 1.1:0.9 (female-male) with no differences. Males have tubular testes protected by the peritoneum covered by the sonic musculature of the swim bladder, which has a ''carrot'' shape without appendages, with two lateral bands of intrinsic muscles (average between 6.75 cm long and 1.48 cm wide) connected by an aponeurosis and found only in sexually mature males. Conclusion: The testes have an unrestricted lobular organization and spermatogenesis occurs in the seminiferous lobes. The swim bladder of the Pácora is simple and has no accessory structures. The geographic distribution of P. magdalenae is restricted to the Magdalena River basin in Colombia.

Abstract. Technological development for Gymnotus sp. farming is relevant because this species has a socio- economic impact in South American regions where sport fishing is an important activity. Although Gymnotus sp. breeds in captivity, fry survival in ponds can be unacceptable for culture systems. The objective of this work was to test the response to hormonal induction of Gymnotus sp. with carp pituitary extract (CPE) and gonadotrophin-releasing hormone (GnRH) in relation to different male and female reproductive parameters. CPE treatment specimens were stripped 12 and 20 hours after the triggering dosage, and GnRH treatment specimens were stripped 10 and 12 hours after hormonal application. We could obtain positive results using CPE with a short capture-induction interval (C-II) with broodstock in mature stages of gonadal development. Percentage of oocytes with peripheral germinal vesicle (%OPGV) and oocyte diameter showed significant differences between groups treated with CPE. Oocytes could be successfully extracted from two females treated with CPE and stripped 12 hours after the last dosage. Semen was only extracted from males treated with CPE. GnRH stimulation did not give positive results because gametes could not be extracted with different doses and C-II used. This work is the first description of semen quality parameters in Gymnotus sp. Future works should focus on combining hormonal induction strategies with CPE and the management of environmental variables.

Resumen El desarrollo tecnológico para el cultivo de Gymnotus sp. es relevante porque este género tiene un impacto socioeconómico en regiones sudamericanas donde la pesca deportiva es una actividad importante. Aunque Gymnotus sp. se reproduce en cautiverio, la supervivencia de los alevines en los estanques puede ser insuficiente para un sistema de cultivo. El objetivo de este trabajo fue evaluar la respuesta de diferentes parámetros reproductivos a la inducción hormonal en Gymnotus sp. con extracto bruto de hipófisis de carpa (EBH) y hormona liberadora de gonadotrofinas (GnRH). Las muestras de gametos del tratamiento con EBH se extrajeron 12 y 20 horas después de la dosis desencadenante, las muestras del tratamiento con GnRH se extrajeron 10 y 12 horas después de la aplicación hormonal. El porcentaje de ovocitos con vesícula germinal periférica (%OVGP) y el diámetro de los ovocitos mostraron diferencias significativas entre grupos tratados con EBH con un intervalo captura-inducción (IC-I) de corta duración, con reproductores en etapas avanzadas de desarrollo gonadal. Se pudieron extraer ovocitos con éxito a dos hembras inducidas con EBH, 12 horas después de la dosis desencadenante y, además, se extrajo semen sólo de los machos inducidos con EBH. La estimulación con GnRH no dio resultados positivos en las diferentes dosis e IC-I utilizados, dado que no se pudieron extraer gametos. Este trabajo es la primera descripción de los parámetros de calidad del semen en Gymnotus sp. Futuras líneas de trabajo deberán centrarse en el manejo de variables ambientales para establecer una estrategia de reproducción que se pueda utilizar a nivel productivo.

Resumen: La extracción activa del erizo de mar Lytechinus variegatus en el noreste de Venezuela podría conllevar a una reducción de su densidad poblacional. Por consiguiente, el conocimiento sobre el crecimiento somático y la producción gonadal es de importancia para la explotación racional y el manejo sustentable de sus poblaciones. Durante un ciclo anual, este estudio examinó la biología reproductiva e índices moleculares de crecimiento (ARN:ADN y Proteína:ADN) de una población del erizo L. variegatus en el Golfo de Cariaco (Venezuela); un ecosistema marino regulado por las temporadas de estratificación y surgencia costera. La población de erizos de mar presentó tallas homogéneas, con incrementos significativos en la masa fresca total (MF) y el índice gonadosomático (IG) durante la estratificación. Se obtuvieron modelos de regresión significativos durante los periodos de surgencia y estratificación, particularmente entre la MF en relación con las dimensiones de la testa y linterna de Aristóteles. El desarrollo gonadal fue continuo, mostrando desoves parciales durante el período de surgencia. El cociente ARN:ADN incrementó durante la temporada de estratificación, no así el cociente Proteína:ADN. El Análisis de Componentes Principales indicó asociación entre los índices moleculares de crecimiento con el seston, contrariamente a la biomasa fitoplanctónica, y la temperatura superficial del agua. El ciclo reproductivo del L. variegatus presentó un patrón estacional asociado a la temperatura y productividad primaria; desova activamente durante la temporada de surgencia, y la gametogénesis se potencia durante la estratificación, cuando son mayores los procesos metabólicos.

Abstract: Active extraction of sea-urchin Lytechinus variegatus from the northeast of Venezuela could cause a reduction in the populational density. Therefore, knowledge about somatic growth and gonadal production is relevant for the rational exploitation and sustainable management of sea-urchin populations. During an annual cycle, this study examined the reproductive biology and growth molecular indices (RNA:DNA and Protein:DNA) of a population of L. variegatus sea-urchin from Cariaco Gulf (Venezuela); a marine ecosystem influenced by the seasons of stratification and coastal upwelling. Sea-urchin population was composed of homogeneous sizes, with significant increase of the total fresh mass (MF) and gonadosomatic index (IG) during stratification. Significant regression models were obtained during upwelling and stratification periods, particularly among the MF with testa dimensions and Aristotle’s lantern. Gonadal development was continuous, showing partial spawning during the upwelling period. RNA:DNA ratio increased during stratification season, but not Protein:DNA index. Principal Component Analysis indicated association among molecular growth indices with seston, conversely to phytoplankton biomass, and seawater surface temperature. Reproductive cycle of L. variegatus presented a seasonal pattern associated with temperature and primary productivity; particularly during upwelling it actively spawns, and the gametogenesis is enhanced during stratification, when the metabolic processes are greater.

Abstract In order to examine the influence of inbreeding depression on some productive characteristics of the laboratory mouse, 871 records were reanalyzed, which were from 20 generations in a line with narrow inbred crossing with selection for a productive index (WOFW) comparing with a line without selection, with inbred crossing (n= 135). Inbreeding coefficients (F) were calculated for each generation. In all the components of the index (reproductive life, fertile postpartum estruses and litter size), the two lines were compared, in the 15 available generations of the non-selected one, by the least squares method, grouping every five generations. The selected one was analyzed in the 20 generations for intergenerational differences with the same method. Inbreeding depression was estimated in all generations with a linear regression of consanguinity (expressed in 10 %) in all components. A significant difference (P<0.01) was observed between lines in the variables analyzed. The fertile postpartum estruses of the selected line remained constant, there was a decrease of 0.331 in the non-selected one (P<0.01). The productive index remained stable (increased 0.071) in the selected one, in the non-selected one it decreased (0.39) until disappearing (G15). Inbreeding depression impacted the reproductive life of both, decreased 4.741 d in the selected one vs 7.718 d in the non-selected one (P<0.01). In the non-selected one, it affected mortality at weaning and estrous cycle, the selection to the index counteracted that impact, probably due to the selection of genes that favor the gonadal development of mice.

Resumen Con objeto de examinar la influencia de la depresión endogámica en algunas características productivas del ratón de laboratorio, se reanalizaron 871 registros provenientes de 20 generaciones en una línea con cruza consanguínea estrecha con selección a un índice productivo (CNHS) comparando con una línea sin selección, con cruzamiento endogámico (n= 135). Se calcularon los coeficientes de endogamia (F) para cada generación. En todos los componentes del índice (vida reproductiva, estros postparto fértiles y tamaño de camada), se compararon las dos líneas, en las 15 generaciones disponibles de la no seleccionada, por método de mínimos cuadrados, agrupando cada cinco generaciones. La seleccionada, se analizó en las 20 generaciones, para diferencias intergeneracionales con el mismo método. La depresión endogámica se estimó en todas las generaciones con una regresión lineal de consanguinidad (expresada en 10 %) en todos los componentes. Se observó diferencia significativa (P<0.01) entre líneas en las variables analizadas. Los estros post parto fértiles de la línea seleccionada se mantuvieron constantes, hubo un decremento de 0.331 en la no seleccionada (P<0.01). El índice productivo se mantuvo estable (aumentó 0.071) en la seleccionada, en la no seleccionada disminuyó (0.39) hasta desaparecer (G15). La depresión endogámica impactó en la vida reproductiva de ambas, decreció 4.741 días en la seleccionada vs. 7.718 días en la no seleccionada (P<0.01). En la no seleccionada afectó en mortalidad al destete y ciclo estral, la selección al índice contrarrestó ese impacto, probablemente debido a la selección de genes que favorecen el desarrollo gonadal de los ratones.

Resumo O conhecimento da morfologia testicular e ovariana de uma determinada espécie de peixe é de suma importância, pois através destas análises é possível o desenvolvimento de estudos e técnicas visando o melhoramento de sua reprodução, manejo e comercialização e até mesmo auxiliar em sua conservação. Este estudo realizou a caracterização ovariana e testicular do peixe Amazônico ornamental Serrapinnus kriegi. Um total de três machos e três fêmeas tiveram suas gônadas analisadas através de microscopia óptica. As fêmeas apresentam ovários preenchidos por oócitos em desenvolvimento assincrônico, indicando desova parcelada da espécie. Além disso, observou-se a formação de micrópila e célula micropilar em oócitos em crescimento primário, representando o desenvolvimento precoce do oócito; a zona radiata nos oócitos vitelogênicos finais é mais espessa em comparação a outras espécies relacionadas, evidenciando o desenvolvimento de uma melhor proteção aos embriões, em função das águas turbulentas que caracterizam seu local de desova nos córregos amazônicos. Os machos apresentam testículos do tipo tubular anastomosado com espermatogônias irrestritas, espalhadas por todo o túbulo seminífero. Os dados apresentados elucidam a dinâmica da espermatogênese e oogênese de uma espécie de peixe ornamental amazônica, por meio da descrição das células germinativas masculinas e femininas.

Abstract The knowledge of the testicular and ovarian morphology of a particular fish species is of paramount importance. Such analyze enables the development of studies and techniques aiming the improvement of their reproduction, management, commercialization and even their conservation. This study performed the ovarian and testicular characterization of the ornamental Amazon fish Serrapinnus kriegi. A total of three males and three females had their gonads analyzed by optical microscopy. Females present ovaries filled with oocytes in asynchronous development, indicating partial spawning in the species. Moreover, the micropyle and micropilar cell formation was observed in primary growing oocytes, representing a precocious oocyte development; and the zona radiata in the final vitellogenic oocytes is thicker than other related species, evidencing the development of a better protection to the embryos in function of the waters’ turbulence that characterize it spawning sites in the Amazonian streams. The male specimens’ present anastomosed tubular testes with unrestricted spermatogonia spread along the entire seminiferous tubules. The present data elucidate the dynamic of spermatogenesis and oogenesis of an ornamental Amazonian species, through the description of the male and female germ cells development.

Abstract The females of yellowtail tetra (Astyanax lacustris), known as the freshwater sardine, are approximately 1.33 times larger than males, and thus, all-female monosex culture would increase production and reduce size variability. The present work aimed to identify the optimal dose of 17α-methyltestosterone (MT) to be used in the masculinization of A. lacustris for indirect sex reversal. Three different concentrations of MT (20, 40, and 60 mg/kg of feed in the diet) were fed to the fry for 30 days. Thirty adult individuals from each treatment, including the control (0 mg MT/kg), were evaluated for gonadal development, morphological and histological sexual identification, zootechnical performance, and the possible genotoxic effect caused by prolonged exposure to MT. MT significantly (P<0.01) affected the differentiation of the gonads, with the presence of possible inhibitory effects in all treatments. Intersex individuals were present in the 20 and 60 mg MT/kg treatments. All treatments were able to masculinize A. lacustris and the treatment with the lowest hormone concentration produced the highest percentage of males 76.7%, while the control had 46.7% males. The presence of erythrocyte nuclear alterations indicated a possible cytotoxic effect of MT in treatments 40 and 60 mg MT/kg, however, the use of the hormone did not affect the growth and the survival of the individuals. Thus, the use of MT is a viable option for obtaining neomales as a first step into the production of all-female progenies. Astyanax lacustris, , lacustris) sardine 133 1 33 1.3 thus allfemale female variability 17αmethyltestosterone αmethyltestosterone 17α methyltestosterone α (MT A reversal 20, (20 6 mgkg kg diet 3 days 0 ( MTkg MT/kg) development identification performance P<0.01 P001 P 01 (P<0.01 gonads 2 767 76 7 76.7% 467 46 46.7 4 however Thus progenies 13 1. (2 P<0.0 P00 (P<0.0 76.7 46. P<0. P0 (P<0. 76. P<0 (P<0 P< (P< (P

Abstract Specimens of Cnemidocarpa amphora were collected monthly from the Arabian Gulf from September 2017 to August 2018. Parts of their gonads were prepared for histological testing. The gonads’ diameters varied by month. Each gonad contained many ovarian follicles with different morphologies and was surrounded by several testicular follicles. The ovarian and testicular follicles were separate, although the latter were always present near the former. Repeated measures ANOVA tests were conducted to investigate monthly changes in oocyte stages. In squirts measuring 12–13 cm in length, the gonads measured 30–50 mm from July to August; 20–25 mm from September to October; 15–20 mm from November to February; and 25–40 mm from March to June. Oogonia budded from the germinal epithelium with diameters of 20–30 µm. Previtellogenic oocytes measuring 70–120 µm were characterized by the deposition of small granules of protein around the nucleus, a continuous layer of follicular cuboidal epithelium, and scattered vacuoles in the ooplasm. The measurement of gonads and oocyte diameters were performed by image analysis (Image scope 2.3, Image Line, Inc.) and stage micrometer. The vitellogenic oocytes measured 130–220 µm and the follicular epithelium consisted of flattened and cuboidal layers. Beneath the vitelline membrane, scattered test cells appeared in the ooplasm and different granules of protein and MPS were deposited in the ooplasm. In the later phase, lipid droplets began to appear in the ooplasm. Yolk bodies formed after the impregnation of various granules together and the oocyte was ready to be shed. Before spawning, a yolk membrane appeared above the ooplasm. Post-vitellogenic oocytes, in which the homogeneity of ooplasm was restored, underwent gradual lysis and entered the atretic phase. Different stages of sperm development were present year-round in different follicles of the same squirt; hence, the testes were always mature. 201 2018 testing month separate former 1213 12 13 12–1 length 3050 30 50 30–5 2025 20 25 20–2 October 1520 15 15–2 February 2540 40 25–4 June 2030 20–3 70120 70 120 70–12 nucleus 23 2 3 2.3 Line Inc. Inc micrometer 130220 130 220 130–22 layers phase shed spawning Postvitellogenic Post restored yearround year round squirt hence mature 121 1 12– 305 5 30– 202 20– 152 15– 254 4 25– 203 7012 7 70–1 2. 13022 22 130–2 701 70– 1302 130–

Resumo Amostras de Cnemidocarpa amphora foram coletadas mensalmente no Golfo Pérsico de setembro de 2017 a agosto de 2018. Partes de suas gônadas foram preparadas para testes histológicos. Os diâmetros das gônadas variaram de mês para mês. Cada gônada continha muitos ácinos ovarianos com diferentes morfologias e era circundada por vários folículos testiculares. Os folículos ovarianos e testiculares estavam separados, embora os últimos estivessem sempre presentes próximos aos primeiros. Testes ANOVA de medidas repetidas foram conduzidos para investigar mudanças mensais nos estágios oocitários. Em esguichos medindo de 12 a 13 cm de comprimento, as gônadas mediam de 30 a 50 mm de julho a agosto; 20 a 25 mm de setembro a outubro; 15 a 20 mm de novembro a fevereiro; e 25 a 40 mm de março a junho. Oogônias brotaram do epitélio germinativo com diâmetros de 20 a 30 µm. Oócitos pré-vitelogênicos medindo 70 a 120 µm foram caracterizados pela deposição de pequenos grânulos de proteína ao redor do núcleo, uma camada contínua de epitélio folicular cúbico e vacúolos dispersos no ooplasma. A mensuração dos diâmetros das gônadas e dos ovócitos foi realizada através de análise de imagem (Imagescope 2.3, Image Line, Inc.) e micrômetro de palco. Os oócitos vitelogênicos mediam 130 a 220 µm e o epitélio folicular consistia em camadas achatadas e cúbicas. Abaixo da membrana vitelina, células teste espalhadas apareceram no ooplasma e diferentes grânulos de proteína e MPS foram depositados no ooplasma. Na fase posterior, gotículas lipídicas começaram a aparecer no ooplasma. Corpos de gema formados após a impregnação de vários grânulos juntos e o oócito estava pronto para ser derramado. Antes da desova, uma membrana de vitelo apareceu acima do ooplasma. Oócitos pós-vitelogênicos, nos quais a homogeneidade do ooplasma foi restaurada, sofreram lise gradual e entraram na fase atrésica. Diferentes estágios de desenvolvimento do esperma estiveram presentes o ano todo em diferentes folículos do mesmo esguicho; portanto, os testículos estavam sempre maduros. 201 2018 histológicos separados primeiros oocitários 1 comprimento 3 5 2 outubro fevereiro 4 junho prévitelogênicos pré 7 núcleo Imagescope 23 2.3 Line Inc. Inc palco 22 cúbicas vitelina posterior derramado desova pósvitelogênicos, pósvitelogênicos pós vitelogênicos, pós-vitelogênicos restaurada atrésica esguicho portanto maduros 2.

Abstract The decision whether the bipotential gonadal anlage will become a testis or ovary is a critical step during sex determination and differentiation in fish. This process involves a complex and coordinated genetic cascade, which result in the differentiation of the somatic cells into ovary or testis. In this context, important genes of TGF-β superfamily appears have a pivotal role in this biological process of fish development. In this review, we showed the breakthrough in the last decades that engage the Anti-Müllerian hormone (Amh) as an important effector in this decision. Here we exposed studies with different species of fishes around of world have paved the way for clarifying the role of Amh in the regulation of the germ cells proliferation, which may influence the spermatogenesis and, sex determination and differentiation decision on teleost fish. cascade context TGFβ TGF β development review AntiMüllerian Anti Müllerian (Amh proliferation

Resumen. Muchas especies de la familia Serranidae son hermafroditas y tienen importancia comercial. Paranthias colonus pertenece a esta familia, y no se conocen las características de su reproducción. La presente investigación se llevó a cabo con ejemplares provenientes de la pesca comercial en la costa sur de Jalisco, México. En total, fueron procesados 1,541 ejemplares, los cuales presentaron una longitud media de 30.30 ± 0.10 cm y un intervalo de longitud de 19.80 a 38.00 cm. Las gónadas de los ejemplares fueron analizadas macro y microscópicamente. La proporción de sexos fue de 1.00:0.97 (H:M). De acuerdo con los valores mensuales máximos del índice gonadosomático, los estadios de madurez gonadal y el diámetro de los ovocitos, P. colonus presenta 2 periodos reproductivos amplios, de marzo a junio y de noviembre a diciembre. Se encontró correlación significativa entre los valores medios mensuales del índice gonadosomático y el factor de condición relativo. Las gónadas en estadio maduro presentaron ovocitos en 6 fases de desarrollo diferentes y con diámetros de 14.30 a 417.40 µm, lo que supone que el desarrollo de los ovocitos es asincrónico. En el testículo, el desarrollo de la línea germinal es del tipo lobular no restringido. Este órgano no presentó un arreglo típico de un pez teleósteo, ya que los lóbulos parecen estar delimitados por lamelas. La información generada en este estudio indica que P. colonus es una especie gonocórica. La longitud media de madurez fue de 26.80 cm en hembras y 26.90 cm en machos. Las longitudes medias de captura indicaron que el 79.70% de las hembras y el 83.30% de los machos ya se habían reproducido por lo menos una vez antes de ser capturados.

Abstract. Many species in the family Serranidae are hermaphrodites and of commercial importance. Paranthias colonus belongs to this family, and its reproductive traits are unknown. The present research was carried out with specimens taken from the commercial fishery on the southern coast of Jalisco, Mexico. A total of 1,541 specimens were processed, with an average length of 30.30 ± 0.10 cm and a length interval of 19.80 to 38.00 cm. Specimen gonads were analyzed macro- and microscopically. The sex ratio was 1.00:0.97 (F:M). According to the maximum monthly values of the gonadosomatic index, gonad maturity stages, and oocyte diameters, P. colonus has 2 broad reproductive periods, from March to June and from November to December. A significant correlation was found between the monthly mean values of the gonadosomatic index and the relative condition factor. Gonads in the mature stage had oocytes in 6 different development phases, with diameters that ranged from 14.30 to 417.40 µm, which means that oocyte development is asynchronous. In the testicle, the development of the germ line is of the unrestricted lobular type. This organ did not present the typical arrangement found in teleost fish, since lobes seem to be delimited by lamellae. The information developed in this study indicates that P. colonus is a gonochoric species. Average length at sexual maturity was 26.80 cm for females and 26.90 cm for males. Average catch lengths indicated that 79.70% of females and 83.30% of males had already reproduced at least once before being caught.

Abstract Description: Disorders of Sex Development (DSD) are congenital conditions characterized by a mismatch between external appearance (masculinity or femininity) and chromosomal constitution or gonadal sex. These manifestations are related to alterations at the level of gonadal development and the urinary-genital tract, and even the reproductive-endocrine system. Among the causes of said manifestations are those of genetic origin, which are caused by chromosomal abnormalities, particularly of the sexual chromosomes, or by the appearance of genes involved in the embryonic development of the sexual organs; as well as by anomalies that generate an interruption of the synthesis of specific hormones. Relevance: The group of DSD linked to alterations in the number of chromosomes includes the Klinefelter syndrome (47,XXY) (KS), and the Turner syndrome (45,X) (TS). Previous reports mention that sex chromosome aneuploidies directly impact genes, transcriptional factors, and epigenetic mechanisms that delay gene expression. Conclusions: There are few comparative molecular studies between patients with TS or KS in the literature. These studies are essential to understand the genetic processes that are related to the development of the pathologies of patients with these conditions, and thus, contribute to the improvement of the diagnosis, treatment and medical advice of TS or KS patients, directly impacting their quality of life. This article presents an updated review of DSD associated with sexual chromosomes, specifically TS and KS.

Resumen Descripción: los trastornos del desarrollo sexual (DSD, disorders of sex development) son condiciones congénitas que se caracterizan por la discordancia entre la apariencia externa (masculinidad o feminidad) y la constitución cromosómica o sexo gonadal. Estas manifestaciones están relacionadas con alteraciones a nivel del desarrollo gonadal y del tracto urinario-genital e incluso del sistema reproductivo-endocrino. Dentro de las causas de estas se encuentran las genéticas, las cuales son provocadas por anomalías cromosómicas, en particular de los cromosomas sexuales, o por alteración de genes involucrados con el desarrollo embrionario de los órganos sexuales; como también, anomalías que generen la interrupción de la síntesis de hormonas específicas. Relevancia: en el grupo de trastornos del desarrollo sexual ligado a alteraciones en el número de cromosomas se encuentran el síndrome de Klinefelter (47,XXY) (SK) y el síndrome de Turner (45,X) (ST). Reportes en la literatura mencionan que las aneuploidias de los cromosomas sexuales impactan directamente en los genes, factores transcripcionales y mecanismos epigenéticos que afectan la expresión génica. Conclusiones: en la literatura, son escasos los estudios moleculares comparativos entre pacientes con síndrome de Turner (ST) o Klinefelter (SK), siendo estos fundamentales para comprender los procesos génicos que están relacionados con el desarrollo de las patologías de estos pacientes, y así contribuir al mejoramiento del diagnóstico, tratamiento y asesoría médica del paciente con ST ó SK, impactando directamente en la calidad de vida de estos. En este artículo se presenta una revisión bibliográfica actualizada de los trastornos del desarrollo sexual asociados a los cromosomas sexuales, específicamente del ST y SK.

ABSTRACT Research on populations of the family Mugilidae is necessary for the framework of their good use and conservation, given the documented spatial-temporal variation in their attributes and biological processes. Mugil curema has also shown particularities in the southeastern Gulf of California, which should be considered. In total, 626 individuals were collected from February 2015 to August 2016. The gonad development pattern was asynchronous and divided into six ovarian and five testicular phases. The sex succession as size increases, the presence of only males in smaller sizes, some aspects of the ovarian structure, and the eosinophilic cells in the ovarian stroma suggest that M. curema could be a protandrous hermaphroditic species. Thus, the size at sexual maturity was smaller in males (18.26 cm in total length) than in females (22.08 cm). This information is greatly relevant for fishery management measures and the sustainable use approach and, at the same time, arouses interest in future research.

RESUMEN Objetivos: describir un caso de falla ovárica secundaria a una variante patogénica homocigota en el gen STAG3 no reportada previamente. Materiales y métodos: paciente de 16 años con amenorrea primaria y ausencia de características sexuales secundarias, en quien se documentó hipotiroidismo autoinmune, pobre desarrollo genital y cintilla gonadal, por lo cual se realizó secuenciación de exorna clínico. Se identificó una variante homocigota patogénica previamente no reportada en el gen STAG3, el cual ha sido relacionado con insuficiencia ovárica prematura (IOP). Conclusiones: en este caso, la realización de exorna clínico fue determinante para identificar una alteración del gen STAG, probablemente asociada a la IOP y el pronóstico a largo plazo de la paciente. Se establece una nueva variante patogénica c.2773delT; p.Ser925Profs*6 del gen STAG3 asociada a la IOP.

ABSTRACT Objectives: To describe a case of ovarian failure secondary to a homozygous pathogenic variant in the STAG3 gene not previously reported. Material and methods: A 16-year-old patient with primary amenorrhea and absence of secondary sexual characteristics, with documented autoimmune hypothyroidism, poor genital and gonadal streak development which prompted the performance of clinical exorne sequencing. A homozygous pathogenic variant not previously reported in the STAG3 gene, which has been associated with premature ovarian insufficiency (POI), was identified. Conclusions: In this case, clinical exorne sequencing was key for identifying a STAG gene abnormality, probably associated with POI and long term prognosis for the patient. A new pathogenic variant c.2773delT; p.Ser925Profs*6 of the STAG3 gene associated with POI was established.