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A new study shows there is a high cost of parenthood, quantifying the 10% “longevity tax” on reproduction. Consequently, mammals that have fewer or no offspring tend to live longer. But why does ...
Animal reproduction and breeding encompasses the full spectrum of natural, assisted and genetic processes that underpin the perpetuation, improvement and conservation of species across diverse taxa.
New research shows that epaulette sharks, often called “walking sharks,” can produce eggs without increasing their overall energy use.
These “walking sharks” can lay eggs without spending extra energy, rewriting what scientists thought they knew about reproduction.