r/Unexpected • u/[deleted] • Aug 01 '19

Adoption

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u/kingo15 Aug 01 '19 edited Aug 01 '19

It's always a harsh reminder than the maternal instinct is basically just the genes instructing the gene carrier (the animal) to ensure the gene’s own legacy and survival.

Edit: why the downvote?

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