In a world where it can seem that nothing is built to last, here is a creature that takes disposability to eye-watering extremes. Like most nudibranchs, Chromodoris reticulata is a simultaneous hermaphrodite. Copulation is a two-way affair, with each participant inserting its penis into its partner’s vagina. But much less conventional is what they do […]
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The world’s weirdest penises – including a detachable one that swims off after a mate
When it comes to the animal kingdom, nature’s creativity knows no bounds – especially when it comes to reproduction. Across different animal species, penises take on strange and unexpected forms, each adapted for a specific ecological niche or evolutionary advantage. From detachable appendages and corkscrew shapes to multi-functional tools, the diversity in animal penises is […]