Grasshoppers are unisexual animals. They have male reproductive system and female reproductive system.
Male reproductive organs
1. Testes: It is the main organ of reproductive system. The testes are located in the 3rd, 4th and 5th segments of the body. Each sperm is made up of tiny follicles (30-40). Sperm are produced inside the follicle. Sperm are released through tubes called vasa efferentia.
2. Seminiferous ducts: Behind the scrotum are white, elastic and thread-like seminiferous tubules. It carries sperm. Dr. Siddiq Publications
3. Sperm: The terminal end of each vas deferens swells to form a sac-like structure. It is called Shukradhara. It stores sperm for a temporary period.
4. Ejaculatory duct: Two vas deferens join at the ninth segment to form the ejaculatory duct. Through this, the sperm enters the reproductive sac. Dr. Siddiq Publications
5. Genital Sac: Genital sac is a small cell in reproductive system. It houses the sperm.
6. Genital opening: The opening of the genital sac is called genital opening. Through this, the sperm is released outside the body. Dr. Siddiq Publications
7. Accessory Glands: The reproductive system consists of a pair of long tubular accessory glands. It opens into the excretory duct. The sperm is immersed in the fluid secreted from this gland and receives nutrients.