Reproduction is a normal part of life, and while sex might seem like a quick and straightforward process for humans, that’s not always the case in the animal kingdom. Some animals reproduce in rougher ...

For millions of years, life on Earth has carried on and evolved thanks to finding mates and reproducing. Over those millions of years, species evolved into new species with new behaviors and processes ...

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Animals reproduce in a variety of fascinating ways. Some species, including humans and many other mammals, give birth to live young that develop inside the mother’s body. Others reproduce through less ...

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.

Some animals reproduce only once before dying. This life strategy, called semelparity, sees organisms channel all energy into ...

Reproduction in animals varies from species to species. Some types of reproduction, like parthenogenesis, are more unusual than others. This reproductive method requires only one individual rather ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Bdelloid rotifers are ancient, asexual, oddballs. The teeny-tiny ...

Find out which animals live the longest and what clues this gives us for potentially slowing down human aging.

For some animals, reproduction comes at the ultimate cost—their own lives. While this may seem extreme, it's a natural strategy to maximize reproductive success. These species invest everything into ...

Most animals reach an adult size, then spend the rest of their lives maintaining it. After maturity, their energy goes toward ...

The National System of Conservation Areas, part of the Environment Ministry, has informed Ponderosa Adventure Park in Guanacaste that it must make changes in order to comply with Costa Rican laws.