Semelparous species

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-010720",
  "term": "Semelparous species",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A species characterized by a single reproductive episode during its entire lifespan, after which it typically dies. This reproductive strategy involves investing all available resources into one large reproductive effort. Examples include Pacific salmon and annual plants, which complete their life cycle within a single season.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2009, 81, 829. 'Glossary of terms used in ecotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2009)' on page 944 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-08-07-09)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/semelparous-species/"
}