Evolution does not obey human notions of morality, nor is h… - Olivia Judson

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Evolution does not obey human notions of morality, nor is human morality a reflection of some natural law. The deadly sins would be different if they mirrored evolutionary no-no’s. Lust, for one, would be deemed a virtue; chastity would be deplored.

Olivia Judson

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Olivia Judson (born 1970) is an evolutionary biologist and science writer.

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Alternative Names: Dr. Tatiana

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Indeed, natural selection discriminates against well-behaved losers.

The battle of the sexes is no myth. Success at sexual reproduction is at the heart of the evolutionary process. But greater success for her often means less success for him. The upshot? An eternal war—and an astounding diversity of strategies.

Boys, I’m afraid the way to a woman’s bed is often through her stomach.

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