Monogamy in the animal kingdom is rare. Only 3 to 5 percent of mammals mate with the same partner for life. It’s almost unheard of in the world of amphibians and reptiles. The exception is birds — 90 percent of which practice some form of monogamy. This could mean mating for one season or returning to the same mate for several years.
What Animals Mate for Life?
As rare as monogamy is in the animal kingdom, it does occur. Here are five animals that mate for life and whose lifelong devotion to their mate is unique.
