👉 Chilopodous is a term used in the field of zoology to describe an organism that exhibits sexual reproduction, where a female chilipede lays its eggs. This type of reproductive system is often used by insects as a means of dispersing their offspring and facilitating population growth. In the context of the term "chilopodous," it refers to a specific species of chilipede that is known for producing large, round, flat-spotted eggs with a distinctive pattern