Papa pipefish’s pregnancy good for young’s immunity
Male pipefish pregnancy may suit the females, but it’s a real boon for their offspring’s immune system. Prior to birth, most offspring learn how to cope with infections from exposure to their mother’s antibodies. Sperm are too small to carry antibodies, so males aren’t thought to contribute – except in the case of pipefish and seahorses. Image: Stephen Childs
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