Name: The evolution of animal genitalia
Uploaded: 2019-04-05T20:04:53Z
Duration: 5 min 15 s
Description: Genitals are the fastest-evolving organs in the animal kingdom. But why is this so? And what's the point of having decorative private parts? Menno Schilthuizen explains how the evolutionary biology of nature's nether regions uncovers a hidden world of seduction, conflict, and rivalry. [Directed by Mette Ilene Holmriis, narrated by Adrian Dannatt, music by Wonder Boy Audio].

Genitals are the fastest-evolving organs in the animal kingdom. But why is this so? And what's the point of having decorative private parts? Menno Schilthuizen explains how the evolutionary biology of nature's nether regions uncovers a hidden world of seduction, conflict, and rivalry. [Directed by Mette Ilene Holmriis, narrated by Adrian Dannatt, music by Wonder Boy Audio].

Menno Schilthuizen: The evolution of animal genitalia

The evolution of animal genitalia

Animal genitalia, from the duck's corkscrew vagina to the musical penis of crane flies, underline nature's creativity in reproduction.

The evolutionary arms race between male and female genitalia, involving seduction and conflict, drives rapid biological changes.

Duck vaginas and bed bug mating strategies showcase the intricate dance of adaptation and counter-adaptation in animal reproduction.