Virgin birth’ recorded in crocodile for 1st time ever

Scientists have introduced the primary ever recorded case of a crocodile “virgin delivery” after a feminine that had been remoted for 16 years was found with a clutch of eggs. The invention supplies “tantalizing insights” into the evolutionary origins of the trait, doubtlessly shedding mild on the reproductive capabilities of dinosaurs, a brand new examine finds. 

The American crocodile (Crocodylus acutus) was taken into captivity in 2002 when she was 2 years outdated and positioned in an enclosure at Parque Reptilandia in Costa Rica. She remained alone for the following 16 years. However in January 2018, a clutch of 14 eggs was discovered within the enclosure.