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A large-scale analysis of 117 mammal species found that preventing reproduction is associated with longer lifespans, suggesting a strong link between reproductive activity and life expectancy. Why do ...

Nature is full of wonders, and some of the most amazing surprises come from how animals reproduce. While most of us think that having babies always requires a male and a female, that’s not true for ...

In the animal kingdom, mating isn’t always about survival. From praying mantises to octopuses, some species die during or ...

The mating game in the animal kingdom is nothing less than fascinating and somewhat weird. Some species pierce, clone, chew, or even fake their way through the mating process. To make survival ...

Dominant female meerkats' quest for dominance may be down to genes that give them the upper hand. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works.

In the animal kingdom, some fascinating creatures challenge our binary understanding of male and female. It's essential to broaden our horizons and appreciate the diversity of life on our planet. One ...

As a great queen once sang in 2011, “women run the world.” This is true even in the animal kingdom, where females often lead the group. From insects to apex predators, female-led species are strong, ...

For a small number of animals, reproduction marks a biological endpoint rather than a stage in an ongoing life cycle. Death ...