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https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16221078/

https://www.sciencealert.com/scientists-close-in-on-why-octopuses-tragically-destroy-themselves-after-mating

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[–] [email protected] 139 points 2 months ago (21 children)

what's the point, evolutionarily, to self destruct after reproducing?

There is no point, evolution is about successful reproduction and everything else is just random chance.

If a evolutionary tweak happens that gives your off spring better chances, but your arms fall off after sex then it'll probably perpetuate.

[–] [email protected] 41 points 2 months ago (2 children)

Unless your species is a K Strategist where taking care of your offspring/group is essential.

[–] [email protected] 21 points 2 months ago (1 children)

But that's just moving the goalpost, so to speak. You've just built a different parenting framework that requires you to stick around. You're still hunting the same goal: self sufficient offspring

(Not negging you)

[–] [email protected] 9 points 2 months ago

True, I'm just being pedantic and pointing out that "reproduce and that's it" isn't the case for some species.

Some species carry it on to "reproduce and ensure your offspring reproduces too."

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