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"Deadly Mating: Marsupials Turn Cannibal After 14-Hour Sex Sessions"

Originally Published 2 years ago — by ScienceAlert

Researchers observed a mainland dusky antechinus, a native marsupial in Australia, engaging in cannibalism by eating a dead member of its own species. This behavior was linked to the intense mating period in August, which burns calories and leaves little invertebrate food available. The stress hormone cortisol and surging testosterone during mating cause male antechinuses to die after reproducing, leading to a potential surplus of carcasses for other antechinuses to feed on. This cannibalistic behavior may provide an energy boost for surviving individuals, shedding light on the complex mating and feeding dynamics of these small mammals in the Australian wilderness.

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Australian Man Fined for Surfing with Pet Python

Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN

A surfer in Australia has been fined for taking his pet python, Shiva, out in public after a video of them surfing together went viral. Higor Fiuza and Shiva were frequently seen at beaches on the Gold Coast, but Fiuza was fined around $1,500 for breaching the terms of his pet's license. While he had the correct permit to keep the snake, he was not allowed to remove it from its licensed premises. Officials were concerned about Shiva's well-being, as snakes generally avoid water and the ocean can be too cold for them.

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