How Do You Spell PYTHOGENESIS?
Pronunciation: [pˌa͡ɪθə͡ʊd͡ʒˈɛnɪsˌɪs] (IPA) 
Pythogenesis is a term used to describe the parthenogenetic reproduction of pythons and other reptiles. The word is pronounced /paɪθoʊˈdʒɛnəsɪs/ (py-tho-gen-uh-sis) and is derived from the Greek words "pytho" meaning python and "genesis" meaning origin. The spelling of pythogenesis can be broken down into syllables: py-tho-gen-esis. The pronunciation of the word requires correct stress on the third syllable. This rare phenomenon in reptiles allows females to produce offspring without the need for fertilization by a male.
