Yep, this article is pure science my friends. Pure science.
Many of you have probably been wondering for years how mermaids reproduce. In this short article I shall briefly enlighten you with a whole world of knowledge of what really occurs "Under the Sea."
Firstly, we must classify Mermaids and Mermen (the male counterpart - you didn't think both genders were maids did you?) into their corresponding genus. Although they are half-fish, one can easily notice the existence of mammary glands in the form of breasts, which, along with the presence of hair, by default places them into a mammal category.
By this assumption we can deduce that mermaids give birth to live young, as do all mammals, with exception of the platypus and echinda. Mammary glands allow for mermaids to nurse their young, who are dependent on their caretakers from infancy.
Fertilization occurs much the same way as humans, except that both male and female merfolk reproductive organs are smaller, and thus less noticeable. Male genitals in particular are hidden beneath a sheath of scales, emerging only during the act of mating. Copulation allows for the transmission of genes from the merman to the mermaid, in effect impregnating the latter. Although the gestational period is under some debate, most researchers place the range of pregnancy from 9-11 months, similar to, if not a little longer, than the duration of a typical human pregnancy. Delivery is also the same process as humans, and typically takes place in more shallow waters, allowing for the greatest amount of oxygen to be available to offspring.
And there you have it.
Firstly, we must classify Mermaids and Mermen (the male counterpart - you didn't think both genders were maids did you?) into their corresponding genus. Although they are half-fish, one can easily notice the existence of mammary glands in the form of breasts, which, along with the presence of hair, by default places them into a mammal category.
By this assumption we can deduce that mermaids give birth to live young, as do all mammals, with exception of the platypus and echinda. Mammary glands allow for mermaids to nurse their young, who are dependent on their caretakers from infancy.
Fertilization occurs much the same way as humans, except that both male and female merfolk reproductive organs are smaller, and thus less noticeable. Male genitals in particular are hidden beneath a sheath of scales, emerging only during the act of mating. Copulation allows for the transmission of genes from the merman to the mermaid, in effect impregnating the latter. Although the gestational period is under some debate, most researchers place the range of pregnancy from 9-11 months, similar to, if not a little longer, than the duration of a typical human pregnancy. Delivery is also the same process as humans, and typically takes place in more shallow waters, allowing for the greatest amount of oxygen to be available to offspring.
And there you have it.
Love the explanation...yep, pure science my friends!!
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