Homosexual animals? Research says it is true

[Vicki]

Homosexual animals? Research says it is true

September 6, 11:04 PM Columbus Pet Care Examiner Kristen Bowen


Recent recearch proves that animals of all species (including insects and birds) can exhibit homosexual behavior, even when exposed to the opposite sex. It is most often exhibited when same-sex animals are placed alone with one another. However, in the studies, male animals have been observed mounting other males even when females in heat are available, according to studies conducted at the University of California (Riverside) and in Oahu, Hawaii. Females (this particular study followed sheep) have also been known to "sneak" and form sexual alliances with other females; the motivation appears to be raising their young together. Biology experts at the Columbus Zoo have observed this behavior as well; they say it is quite common in bonobos and manatees, as well as in insects and birds.

So the question is, what purpose does this homosexual behavior serve for the perpetuation of their species? None, since same sexes are unable to procreate. Apparently it is "natural," just as exhibited in humans. Either you "are" or you "are not." That comment may raise some eyebrows, but it is true. As a Psychology major in college, this author is aware of numerous identical twin studies (when they were raised by the same parents, or when they were separated at birth or shortly thereafter, and raised by different parents), when one of them ends up exhibiting homosexual behavior, and it basically boils down to "nature vs. nurture." This author believes that 'nature' takes precedence. Think about it; do you really "decide" if you want to be with a man, or a woman instead? You don't. You are just innately attracted to whichever sex you prefer. It is not a choice, either for homosexuals -- or -- for heterosexuals.

This study just proves what I've believed all along; that our 'instincts' guide us.

http://www.examiner.com/x-15453-Colu...ays-it-is-true

[ABK]

I wonder if the male sheep were going through with the complete sex act or simply mounting. If they were mounting only, it proves nothing. We all know dogs male dogs will mount other males for reasons having nothing to do with homosexuality.

As for the females it says right in the article they do so for alliances in raising their young, not necessarily b/c they are homosexuals.

I myself think homosexuality is deviant behaviour that is not natural in any species, to include humans & any alleged "homosexual" behaviour seen in animals thus far appears to be strictly the by-product of other goals (i.e. to establish dominance, form alliances, or in the case of humans emotional trauma, etc.).

But that is JMHO.

[Debbie]

I think you should PM Jelet with this information....

[monkeys23]

Lol...

Lets just say my roomie's cat Mordred has a very apt nickname of "Big Gay Cat"... and he and his "little dude" Gawain spoon ridiculously...

[jeoestreich]

LOL Debbie

[MattNW]

Note this, "homosexual behavior". That is what they are talking about not homosexuality. Animals don't subscribe to our human morals so they have no concept of gay, straight, bisexual. They hump when aroused be that by play, or presence of the opposite sex. I have yet to hear of an animal that prefers partners of the same sex. Most animals will hump the same sex then breed with a member of the opposite sex so they can't be called homosexual. That is why they used the term I bolded above in the study.