Gay sex between animals evolved for a very important reason

Primates often engage in same-sex sex (Picture: Getty)Homosexual behaviour between animals may have evolved to ‘keep the peace’ in species where social conflict can lead to death. Over the years a number of theories have been proposed as to why animals engage in same-sex sexual behaviour – referring only to mating, not monogamous same-sex relationships, which also occur. Same-sex love in the animal world It’s not just same-sex sexual behaviour seen in animals, but also same-sex relationships. In this scenario, same-sex sex may be used to diffuse tension in groups and reduce the risk of violent conflict between males. This is because the study only considers the short-term physical interactions involved in same-sex sexual behaviour, not permanent sexual preference.