Barnacles have the longest penis in the animal kingdom

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Barnacles have the longest penis in the animal kingdom

#1 Post by RonKMiller » Fri Apr 28, 2017 7:31 pm

... proportionate to body length.

"Barnacles are stationary and are attached to rocks (or your boat) so they can’t go and find a mate. In order to reproduce they must mate with their neighbor. To be successful barnacles must have a strong stretchable penis. This means that all barnacles are hermaphrodites; both male and female at the same time. After mating season the penis is thrown away, and a new one is developed the next year. The eggs and sperm are stored in separate cavities months before fertilization. After fertilization occurs, the eggs hatch and the larvae stay with the mother until there is enough plankton in the spring."

Just thought you might enjoy this little nugget to liven up your next on board cocktail party.

OK, I'll start: Brings new meaning to the phrase "reach out and touch someone".

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Re: Barnacles have the longest penis in the animal kingdom

#2 Post by ralph » Fri Apr 28, 2017 10:32 pm

I have to give a speech at an event in front of 200+ people next month. I think I'll try and weave this into it. Thanks!
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Re: Barnacles have the longest penis in the animal kingdom

#3 Post by RonKMiller » Sat Apr 29, 2017 9:55 pm

[quote="ralph"]I have to give a speech at an event in front of 200+ people next month. I think I'll try and weave this into it. Thanks![/quote]

Good luck with that! It will certainly get everyone's attention at the beginning - which is always half the battle. ;-)

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