Castration Linked to Increased Lifespan in Mammals

A large-scale analysis of 117 mammal species found that preventing reproduction is associated with longer lifespans, suggesting a strong link between reproductive activity and life expectancy. Why do some animals live for decades while others survive only a few years? Female elephants can reach 80 years of age, yet they typically produce only a small […]Biology,Evolutionary Biology,Lifespan,Longevity,Max Planck Institute,Reproduction#Castration #Linked #Increased #Lifespan #Mammals1767824825