Mammals that live in groups may live longer
Posted: Fri Feb 10, 2023 1:23 pm
An analysis of the life spans and social lives of nearly 1,000 mammal species shows that species that live in groups, such as horses and chimpanzees, tend to live longer than solitary beasts, like weasels and hedgehogs.
The researchers found 31 genes whose relative activity levels were correlated with both longevity and one of three prescribed social categories. Many of these genes appear to have roles in the immune system, which may have importance when countering pathogens spreading through the social group.
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The researchers found 31 genes whose relative activity levels were correlated with both longevity and one of three prescribed social categories. Many of these genes appear to have roles in the immune system, which may have importance when countering pathogens spreading through the social group.
Full Article: https://www.sciencenews.org/article/mam ... y-genetics