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Surprise! A leopard slug's penis is located on its head.

The animal kingdom features a wide variety of penises that vary in shape, size, and function. Here are some of the most unusual of them.

Ross Benes
Let's hope these two lovebirds didn't follow any of the dubious sex advice making the rounds during the Victorian era.

Victorians had many manuals and advice books that discuss sex with surprising frankness. Here are 11 bits of Victorian sex wisdom—good, bad, and otherwise—published between 1837 and 1901.

Keith Johnston








Dwight and Mamie Eisenhower photographed in 1957.

Ahhh, the marriage proposal. Never has a tradition been surrounded by so much anxiety, planning, and the potential to be embarrassing and, well, even downright cringe-worthy.

Erika Wolf


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Do a quick search online for strange sex laws in the United States, and you’ll find a treasure trove of oddities—the country has its fair share of peculiar penalties when it comes to amorous activities.

Tony Dunnell












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The adult novelty item has a surprisingly rich history involving organized crime, food science, and the difficulties in patenting the name "Candypants."

Jake Rossen


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Bees, like many animals, are polyandrous—meaning females partner with multiple mates. And they might need their own PSAs about the dangers of sexually transmitted diseases.

Shaunacy Ferro