Mystery of Parthenogenesis Explained?

There are some species where the female animals are able to reproduce without having any male animal needed. This process is called parthenogenesis. Sharks and certain types of lizards are known to be able to this.

Here's an interesting article that explains how this might happen:

http://www.wired.com/wiredscience/2010/02/secrets-of-asexuality?npu=1&mbid=yhp

Fascinating stuff.