males
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For example, the process often involves separating the insects by sex to isolate the males.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026
Both males and females were found to have offspring with different partners over the years.
From Science Daily • Jun. 4, 2026
Google says it’s “developing new technologies that combine sensors, algorithms and novel engineering to take advantage of unique aspects of mosquito biology to quickly and accurately sort males from females.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026
Although all whales produced relatively few offspring, there was greater variation among males.
From Science Daily • Jun. 4, 2026
Less benevolently, he might monopolise particularly coveted foods and prevent lower-ranking males from mating with the females.
From "Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind" by Yuval Noah Harari
