Actually, they have 'Z' and 'W' chromosomes. Their genetic difference from mammals, especially as related to reproduction, is pretty significant.Originally Posted by eracer
On the subject of inbreeding being detrimental, consider the multiple lines of inbreeding that go on in INSECT COLONIES for one. Ten, twenty generations of cockroach or cricket or mealworm feeders?
Or how about rat feeders? I guarantee you that each pair isn't always of a further relation than second cousin.
In fact, incest in humans is generally looked down on more for moral/societal reasons rather than factual biologically detrimental reasons.
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