ELECTROEJACULATION AND SEMINAL PARAMETERS IN BONNET MONKEYS (MACACA-RADIATA)

In the present study, our experience in the collection of semen from a dult bonnet monkeys and some of the characteristics of semen are repor ted. Semen samples were collected by penile stimulation every 15 days over a period of 3 years. The penile method of ejaculation was more co nsistent with an increased volume of semen. A distinct sesonality in t he sperm count of the bonnet monkey was observed. Sperm counts were hi gh during the months of August to October and started declining from N ovember onwards. The sperm counts were significantly (P < 0.05) higher during the mid and post-monsoon (July to November) periods than the p re-and early monsoon (March to June) periods.