anestrus phase

Term ID

GO:0160266

Synonyms

Definition

A biological phase of reproductive dormancy characterized by the temporary cessation of reproductive cyclicity, marked by the absence of ovarian follicular development, estrous behavior, and ovulation. This phase represents a period of sexual quiescence between estrous cycles or breeding seasons. (2)

References

Ontology

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