monogamy
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The findings provide new insight into a long-standing scientific debate over whether monogamy is a critical step in the evolution of complex insect societies.
From Science Daily • Jan. 31, 2026
While some researchers have argued that high relatedness is not required, the new evidence suggests that monogamy and strong genetic ties were essential for termite societies.
From Science Daily • Jan. 31, 2026
African species score even higher, with Ethiopian wolves at 76.5% and African Wild dogs ranking second overall with an 85% monogamy rating.
From Science Daily • Jan. 22, 2026
"Based on the mating patterns of our closest living relatives, such as chimpanzees and gorillas, human monogamy probably evolved from non-monogamous group living, a transition that is highly unusual among mammals," said Dyble.
From Science Daily • Jan. 22, 2026
“My love, my one and only, precious, precious . . .” Mother, monogamy, romance.
From "Brave New World" by Aldous Huxley
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
