A population-genetic model indicates that if there is a gene responsible for homosexual behaviour it can readily spread in populations. The model also predicts widespread bisexuality in humans.
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Savolainen, V., Lehmann, L. Genetics and bisexuality. Nature 445, 158–159 (2007). https://doi.org/10.1038/445158b
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