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Social animals and longer life

A study with 152 animal species, including birds, mammals, insects, and corals, found that social animals live longer than loners. Social animals have advantages (such as that they support and protect each other) but also disadvantages (such as competition and the spread of infections). However, overall the advantages prevail.

related: #social_animal #longevity

News seen at: Der Spiegel - Science (in German)