Reproduction
G. deflectus is
hermaphrodic and reproduces sexually with
another snail (Bouchet, 2011).
Self-fertilization is prevented by
simultaneously passing packets of sperm (spermatophores)
to fertilize the eggs of the opposite snail
(Hickman, 2009). The egg capsules of
G. deflectus
are laid in packets filled with gelatinous
material, containing 2-5 eggs (Dillon,
2006). The first batch of eggs hatch in late
June/July; when the water temperature is
about 23oC (Dillon,
2006).
After those eggs hatch, the offspring
mature, mate, and produce eggs that last
through the winter (Dillon,
2006). When
those eggs hatch the cycle repeats (Dillon,
2006).
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