Let's Do It Like They Do on the Discovery Channel

6.07.2012 | By: T. P.

Scientists have come to five amazing conclusions when studying the sexual life of the animals. Is there something we can learn from the animals?

The links between humans and animals are a great debate starter. (PhotoXpress)

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1. Monogamy is good for stress and blood sugar

”Males of a calmer, more monogamous species had a higher level of stress hormones and a superior ability to regulate blood sugar, in comparison to males of a less calm, less monogamous species.” These were the findings of the scientists who conducted a study called “Coping and copulation may help calculate diabetes risk.” The research was conducted on mice and all data point to the fact that “superior stress tolerance and blood sugar regulation are related to monogamy in these mice.” Of course, they know that the results they get with rodents in a laboratory are difficult to compare with humans in everyday life. With humans, it probably all depends on whether they’re happy with their monogamy or not. There’s no such problem with mice.

2. Violence and sex don’t go hand in hand

British scientists have discovered that sexual harassment of males drives females into habitats they don’t occupy in normal circumstances. The research was conducted on Poecilia Reticulata fish, or Guppy fish. The finding seems to show why there are safe houses and female-only fitness centres.

3. The woman should be on top

Mexican scientists have discovered that if female rats are able to control the rhythm of the sexual stimulation they’re receiving, their dislike for copulation is greatly reduced. All women who have Duracell bunnies in their beds would agree to such findings. Mexican scientists have really stumbled on to something here.

4. If you want to really enjoy sex, have an orgy

The same group of scientists found that in semi-natural circumstances, the sexual behavior of rats is extremely promiscuous. They copulate in groups and often switch partners during the act. This pattern enables both males and females to control the amount of sexual interaction. The pleasure during copulation is greater than with actual coital mating. It sounds complicated, but if we understand correctly, the scientists are trying to say that the good feelings last longer than the actual sexual act. An orgy allows rats to enjoy it longer.

5. Is your husband unfaithful? Install a faithfulness gene in him!

Scientists have inserted only one gene into field mice and thereby drastically influenced the mice's preferences when choosing a partner. They have shown that the change in one gene can lead to a great change in sexual behavior, in the larger context of the pre-existing genetic and neural net. Field mice are very polygamous. By genetically changing them, they managed to change their sexual habits. It appears that our promiscuity is much more influenced by our genes than we are willing to admit. Now we have a good excuse for cheating.