12 Cannibal Animal Facts and Surprises! (Is Your Cute Hamster Truly Harmless?)

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Contrary to popular belief, cannibalism—the act of eating members of one’s own species—occurs frequently in the natural world. For examples of animals that prey on their own kind, continue reading. Why do Animals Become Cannibals? In his book, Cannibalism: A Perfectly Natural History, Bill Schutt demonstrates how lowering competition, eliminating the weak, and strengthening the … Read more