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Playing together as juveniles helps male dolphins become more successful as adults, according to a new study.
The findings, led by researchers from The University of Western Australia and University of Bristol, show that juvenile male dolphins with strong social bonds practise adult-like reproductive behaviour when playing together, and those juvenile males who spend more time practising will father more offspring as adults.
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Playing together as juveniles helps male dolphins become more successful as adults, according to a new study.
The findings, led by researchers from The University of Western Australia and University of Bristol, show that juvenile male dolphins with strong social bonds practise adult-like reproductive behaviour when playing together, and those juvenile males who spend more time practising will father more offspring as adults.
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The University of Western Australia (UWA) is recognised internationally as a top 100 university. Browse our channel to learn about our ground-breaking research, state-of-the-art facilities and vibrant student experience.
For more information: https://www.uwa.edu.au/
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Facebook: facebook.com/universitywa
Twitter: twitter.com/uwanews
Instagram: instagram.com/universitywa
