EPISODE · Jul 22, 2023 · 4 MIN
Dr Joel Rindelaub: Research fellow on new study confirming male monkeys who engage in same-sex relationships are more fertile
from The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin · host Newstalk ZB
New research confirms male rhesus monkeys regularly engage in same-sex affection- which gives them a genetic advantage. Researchers found found that these male monkeys tended to father more offspring, suggesting that same-sex sexual behaviour provides a boost when it comes to breeding. Dr Joel Rindelaub says this research addresses the 'historical paradox' regarding the benefits of same-sex interactions in the wild. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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