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 ...

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Some animals, like Komodo dragons and sharks, were found to reproduce without mating, a process termed parthenogenesis. California... Read More Some animals, like Komodo dragons and sharks, were found ...

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The vast majority of animals need to breed to reproduce. But a small subset of animals can have offspring without mating. The process, called parthenogenesis, allows creatures from honey bees to ...

No males needed — animals that reproduce through the mind-blowing process of parthenogenesis. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works.

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For most animals, sex is an egg-meets-sperm affair that requires both a male and a female. Aptly, this is called sexual reproduction. However, some species have the remarkable ability to reproduce ...

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