
Why female mongooses all give birth at the same time
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Mongoose society offers a fascinating perspective on parenthood.
At first glance, it doesn't sound like the best approach to parenting -- but researchers in the United Kingdom say this is a good thing and may even shed light on how the concept of fairness evolved. The fact that virtually all the mammals give birth at the same time creates what researchers call a "veil of ignorance," and this means that the parents give equal care to all the mongoose pups -- giving a group's communal litter of up to 20 pups -- a better shot at survival.More Related News