Birds divorce each other. You won’t believe the reasons behind it
Birds divorce each other. You won’t believe the reasons behind it
Researchers have discovered that the reasons behind divorce among birds can be similar to those seen in humans.
- Birds have been found to end their partnerships
- They too give divorce
Married couples separate from each other due to disagreements or loss of love, leading to lengthy court proceedings that result in divorce. A similar behavior has now been observed in animals.
Birds have been found to end their partnerships through a process referred to as ‘divorce,’ which varies significantly across different species. Birds are predominantly known for their monogamous social mating system, where they typically have a single mating partner for at least one breeding season.
Researchers have discovered that the reasons behind divorce among birds can be similar to those seen in humans, such as sexual conflict and stress from the surrounding environment.
In a recent study published in the journal Proceedings of the Royal Society, scientists from China and Germany examined previously published data on divorce rates in 232 bird species to identify the primary factors influencing divorce rates, which have been subject to ongoing debate.
They analyzed correlations between divorce rates and various factors, including the promiscuity of both sexes, tendency for polygamy, migration distance, and adult mortality.
The researchers observed that male promiscuity, but not female promiscuity, had a positive relationship with divorce rates.