Some representatives of the animal world seek the favor of a partner in such sophisticated ways that even humans have something to learn from them.
Crested seals
These seals attract the attention of their chosen ones using a very interesting method. They blow an elastic nasal cavity out of their nostrils, which resembles a large pink balloon.
With such actions, male hooded seals demonstrate to their partners and other competitors their healthy mating ability and privileged position in the group.
Cranes
This bird species is considered one of the most romantic in its expressions of affection. During the mating season, cranes stand very close to each other and sing in unison.
They are also one of the most dancing birds. During mating season, cranes move to the center of a formed circle and begin circling, jumping, and bowing to each other. Adult birds usually choose a single partner for life, with whom they start a family.
Seahorses
Before mating, the male and female spend several days dancing rhythmically around their partner. They perform various pirouettes, trying to attract the attention of the desired individual. Sometimes, during the dance, the seahorses change color. Having thoroughly enjoyed the enticing rhythmic movements, these marine creatures are ready for reproductive activity.
After mating, the female seahorse transfers her eggs to her partner using a special organ called the ovipositor. The male incubates the young until they hatch. Once all the young have hatched, the male seahorse will begin searching for another partner to dance with and mate with.
Peacocks
Some bird species select their mating partners based on the size and plumage of their tails. Peacocks are a prime example of this. The brighter and longer the "suitor's" tail, the greater his chances of winning over his chosen female. The peacock spreads his tail and displays it in every way, seeking the female's affections.
Long-term research by scientists has shown that males with longer and more colorful tails produce healthier and stronger offspring.
Frigates
Frigatebirds are closely related to pelicans and cormorants. Males are distinguished from their relatives primarily by the presence of a bright red leathery pouch on their throat. This pouch is used by frigatebirds to attract the attention of their chosen mates during mating season.
When the time for mating approaches, the birds begin their courtship display. The "grooms" perch on bushes or tree branches, inflate their brightly colored throat pouches, spread their wings, and begin to emit various singing sounds. In this way, they try to attract the females. The "brides," watching this display, fly for several days, searching for a partner to live with.
Round-toed geckos
Round-toed geckos belong to the lizard family and are the smallest reptiles on Earth, reaching a size of only 2.5 cm.
Despite their small size, these lizards are capable of luring females with rather sophisticated techniques. They perform masterful serenades that can be heard from up to 10 km away.
Bowerbirds
These birds got their name from their nests. Bowerbirds build veritable bowers or towers from all sorts of materials to attract a female.
When mating season begins, the male bowerbird pours his heart and soul into nest construction. He may use materials such as branches, leaves, flowers, berries, shells, various debris, and human household items. The more colorful the items, the greater the chance of attracting the attention of his chosen mate.
White-fronted Amazons
White-fronted Amazon parrots are quite romantic in their expressions of affection. These birds literally love to kiss their partners using their tongues. During a kiss, Amazons become so aroused that they regurgitate the contents of their stomachs into the female's mouth. While such an act might seem repulsive to humans, for a white-fronted Amazon's mate it is a true expression of true and profound love.
