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What the surprising lives of solitary animals reveal about us

Last updated: April 22, 2025 9:25 pm
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The Fascinating World of Solitary Animals

USA, Alaska, Katmai National Park, Young female Grizzly Bear (Ursus arctos) rests on river bank beneath coastal mountains along Kinak Bay on autumn morning. Photograph by Paul Souders.

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Lonesome George, the last of the Pinta Island tortoises, passed away in 2012, marking the end of his species with no descendants. His solitary existence was a result of human actions that decimated his kind and disrupted their habitat by introducing goats to the Galapagos Islands. However, it is believed that Lonesome George was content in his solitude as tortoises typically lead solitary lives, coming together only for mating purposes. This preference for solitude is not unique to tortoises but is also observed in various reptiles and mammals such as bears, moose, tigers, sloths, platypuses, rhinos, and pangolins.

While human beings are inherently social creatures, the concept of animals choosing to live alone raises intriguing questions. Researchers like Carsten Schradin from the Hubert Curien Pluridisciplinary Institute in Strasbourg, France, are delving into the study of solitary animals to gain a deeper understanding of their lifestyle choices. Contrary to popular belief, being solitary is not just a primitive trait for mammals but a well-adapted strategy with its own set of advantages and disadvantages. Furthermore, it has been discovered that many solitary animals exhibit structured social networks despite their preference for solitude, shedding light on the complexity of their social interactions.

Through the groundbreaking research of Schradin and other biologists, a new perspective on solitary animals is emerging, highlighting the intricate nature of their behavior and the evolutionary significance of choosing to live alone. By exploring the world of solitary creatures, we gain valuable insights into the diversity of social strategies adopted by different species in the animal kingdom.

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