Cannibalism Researchers Explain the "Perplexing" Benefit of Eating Your Kids

Society doesn’t exactly see consuming one’s own children as an act of care. When scientists first documented filial cannibalism — the killing and eating of one’s own offspring — they were quick to label it a rare quirk of evolution. It was a tragic event that seemed maladaptive, at best. However, a study released Tuesday adds to a growing body of evidence that shows the opposite. Eating kids isn’t just natural — it’s sometimes the considerate thing to do.
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