Studies on the Cytology of Coccids

Abstract
The diploid number of chromosomes in both the sexes of this species is 10. In the male, 2 sets of chromosomes were observed: 5 chromosomes are euchromatic and the other 5 are heterochromatic in nature. Their differential behavior during meiosis was observed. The H-set presents polymorphic shapes and configurations. Spontaneous chromosome fragmentation was observed and discussed.