Kriteriji za procjenu fizičke privlačnosti muškaraca iz biološke i evolucijske perspektive

Abstract

It is assumed that evolutionary adaptations influence the selection of sexual partners. When applied to humans, females are more engaged in caring for offspring and, therefore, more selective in choosing their partners. When it comes to female preferences in male physical looks, they usually prefer males whose physical appearance manifests their strength and health. Some possible indicators of strength and health are height, evenly spread haemoglobin and melanin on skin, bilateral symmetry and more prominent sexual dimorphism. However, studies show that preferred male physical characteristics change with the female hormonal status (that is, the possibility of conception), attractiveness of the female, her intentions for short-term or long-term relationships and her relationship status. Females who consider themselves physically attractive, who are looking for a short-term relationship, who already have partners and who have a greater chance of conception show greater preference for males whose physical appearance shows more indicators of strength and health, that is, “the good genes“.