Our Friend, The Hyena

Among many social mammals, males have erections during competitive situations as a sign of dominance. If you are having a dominance display with another male, you get an erection and wave it around in his face to show what a tough guy you are. Social primates do this all the time. However, among hyenas, an erection is a sign of social subordinance. (Location 2142)

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7 Sex and Reproduction

Created: 05-09-22 16:39