It’s odd, given American meat eaters’ sporadic bursts of conscience, that as a nation we are so O.K. with infanticide. Veal cutlets, suckling pigs, spring lambs, game hens — with or without the ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. “In general, cannibalism of offspring is super widespread,” says ...

Scientists still don't fully understand why some animals eat their own offspring. If animals have an instinct to reproduce and ensure survival for their offspring, what forces could drive them to ...