... progesterone, (these control the menstrual cycle and are required to maintain pregnancy) and eggs cells (also known as ova). The females' body is also adapted to harbour, nourish and protect the ova if they were to be fertilised, up until birth. The female reproductive system consists of the following: Ovaries - There are two ovaries, one on either side of the uterus. These almond shaped organs contain many ovarian follicles. This is where the egg cells develop. When a female is born, her ovaries will already contain more than the amount of eggs that she will use in her lifetime, though these will be immature at this time. The ovaries are also the site of the sex hormones production. Fallopian Tubes - These are tubes that enable eggs to travel to the uterus. It is in the fallopian tubes that eggs will fertilise if they meet with sperm. Uterus - The uterus is ...

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