Second Nature: Gender and Sexuality in the Animal World
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Discover the fascinating world of animal behavior in this groundbreaking documentary, narrated by Elliot Page. Explore the incredible findings of Evolutionary Biologist Dr. Joan Roughgarden as she teams up with pioneering scientists to reveal the complexities of gender and sexuality in over 1,500 animal species. From clownfish that change sex to same-sex parenting in albatrosses, penguins, and swans, this film challenges traditional notions of gender roles and debunks myths about queerness in nature. Learn how bonobos, closely related to humans, engage in daily same-sex interactions and live in matriarchal societies. This eye-opening documentary reveals everything you didn't learn in high school biology, showcasing the rich diversity of life and love in the animal kingdom.