Penises that solve mazes, mimic flowers, and even sing?? These are some of the best penises in the animal kingdom.

Our guest this episode is reproduction expert and science educator Mollie Samocha. You can check out her previous Best Beast episode here-
Best Hair (buzzsprout.com)

And if you're in LA, go check out the Natural History Museum!
Natural History Museum (nhm.org)

Content warning: Descriptions of penises, mild language, and innuendo.

Our animal candidates-
Flatworm
Tortoise
Echidna
Lesser Water Boatman
Leopard Slug
Argentine Lake Duck

Let's Learn More!
Meet the penis-fencing flatworm | The Mating Game – BBC - YouTube
The Terrifying Sex Organs of Male Turtles (gizmodo.com)
Scientists unravel mystery of echidnas' bizarre 4-headed penis | Live Science
Bug's Penis Makes Loudest Animal Sound | WIRED
How loud is YOUR penis?! The waterboatman and his mighty member! - YouTube
Mating Leopard Slugs - YouTube
Dance of the Mating Leopard Slugs - The Infinite Spider
Ballistic Penises and Corkscrew Vaginas: The Sexual Battles of Ducks | Discover Magazine
Sexual competition among ducks wreaks havoc on penis size | Nature

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