Monogamy

The video explores monogamy and its variations across species, including social and sexual monogamy. It discusses polygamy, promiscuity, and the reasons behind these mating strategies. Birds are highlighted for their social monogamy, while mammals like beavers exhibit sexual monogamy. Human monogamy is examined, revealing a complex history of polygyny and social intelligence development.

What does the text suggest about the prevalence of polygamy in human history?

What factors contribute to the complexity of monogamy in humans?

In what ways might monogamy have influenced human intelligence?