The larger female backs into the smaller male, slowly, enticing it to lift up with powerful gas-toned fumes. Delivery of the urgent package can be overnight, or 2-3 days, depending on the receptiveness of the carrier.
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just saw two UPS trucks butt-to-butt on the street and it reminded me of this old picture I took of two other UPS trucks I once saw butt-to-butt
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First, exposed coupling like this out in the open means the transfer of multiple packages, an urgent necessity if the female is too overloaded and requires relief
I'm wondering the same as life, post-coitus, doesn't always end well for males.
In extreme famine males may permit themselves to be cannibalized to provide parts for the offspring