You’re assuming humans are polygynous.
But in terms of observed behavior… we’re actually pretty close to monogamous (with a side of polygyny occasionally thrown in).
Hate to break it to you, but female humans also have to compete pretty hard for mates.
Doesn’t it vary from culture to culture?
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You’re assuming humans are polygynous.
But in terms of observed behavior… we’re actually pretty close to monogamous (with a side of polygyny occasionally thrown in).
Hate to break it to you, but female humans also have to compete pretty hard for mates.
Doesn’t it vary from culture to culture?