Why Do Animals Adopt?
Published In: Nautilus, 2025, n. 59. P. 76 1 of 3
Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3
Authored By: DEWEERDT, SARAH 3 of 3
Abstract
The article explores the phenomenon of animal adoption, highlighting instances where animals care for young that are not their own offspring. The text discusses various examples of cross-species adoptions and the evolutionary implications of such behavior. It also delves into the complexities and potential benefits of animal adoption, suggesting that caring for unrelated young may enhance parenting skills and contribute to genetic diversity. Ultimately, the article suggests that animal adoptive relationships may serve as a model for human behavior, emphasizing the shared drive to care for others. [Extracted from the article]
Additional Information
- Source:Nautilus. 2025/01, Issue 59, p76
- Document Type:Article
- Subject Area:Psychology
- Publication Date:2025
- ISSN:2372-1758
- Accession Number:182111228
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