Why Do Animals Eat Their Babies?

The video explores the phenomenon of cannibalism in the animal kingdom, where species like hamsters, skinks, and sand gobies eat their young. This behavior, while seemingly self-defeating, can be a strategic move to optimize resources, control litter size, or prepare for future reproduction. The video highlights how these actions, though counterintuitive, can enhance survival and gene propagation.

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