The male reproductive system ensures the continuation of species. The testes are the primary sex organs that produce sperm through spermatogenesis. Spermatogenesis is the process by which sperm are formed from primitive germ cells in the testes over 74 days. It occurs in four stages: proliferation, growth, maturation, and transformation. The testes also secrete male sex hormones called androgens, including testosterone. Testosterone is responsible for masculine physical traits and plays an important role in fetal development and adult sexual maturation.