International Journal of Entomology Research

Authors
MR Thengare, AA Dhamani

Abstract
Haemoglobin level in female Taphozous kachhensis was investigated to find out the significant differences in haemoglobin level during different stages of reproductive cycle. Monthly changes in haemoglobin level was analysed for twelve months representing entire reproductive cycle. During lactation and quiescence the mean haemoglobin level was found to be 14.52 ± 0.25 and 13.86 ± 0.31 gm/dl respectively. Significant increase (P < 0.01) in haemoglobin level was noted during recrudescent stage. However significant decline (P< 0.01) in haemoglobin level was observed during all stages of pregnancy. During entire reproductive cycle in female, haemoglobin level was found in the range of 11.9 to 17.6 gm/dl.