lisääntymiskautena
Lisääntymiskautena is a Finnish term that translates to "breeding season" or "reproductive season" in English. It refers to the specific period in an animal's annual cycle when it is physiologically and behaviorally prepared to reproduce. This season is typically influenced by environmental factors such as changes in day length, temperature, and food availability, which trigger hormonal changes that stimulate mating behavior, egg or sperm production, and ultimately, conception.
The duration and timing of the breeding season vary greatly among different species and even within different
During the breeding season, animals often exhibit distinct behaviors related to reproduction. These can include courtship