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#994 Louis Bachaud: Bad Science and Misogyny in the Manosphere

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Nature's Strategy: Paternity Confusion in Female Reproduction

Female mammals, particularly primates, exhibit behaviors such as soliciting copulation despite evolutionary constraints like limited egg production and prolonged offspring care. This prompts questions about the benefits of such behavior, especially since mating with multiple males doesn't increase offspring count. A leading hypothesis is paternity confusion, where engaging with various partners prevents males from confidently identifying their genetic relationship to the young. This uncertainty may incentivize males to contribute to nurturing and protecting the offspring rather than harming them, thereby enhancing the survival chances of the young in competitive social environments.

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