The periodic sexual excitement of many female mammals during which they can conceive and are receptive to the sexual advances of males is ______.

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Estrus (also known as oestrus) is a phase in the reproductive cycle of female mammals during which they are ovulating and sexually receptive to males. This period is often characterized by changes in behavior, scent marking, and physical appearance. It is distinct from menopause (the cessation of menstruation and reproductive ability) and menarche (the onset of menstruation in females). The climacteric refers to the midlife transition in human females, during which hormonal changes may cause a range of symptoms and changes in reproductive function.

The Periodic Sexual Excitement of Many Female Mammals During Which