The mating system of foragers in the standard cross-cultural sample

Cross-Cultural Research • Vol/Iss. 37 • Published In • Pages: 282-306 •
By Marlowe, Frank W.

Abstract

This article examines variation in polygyny among foragers. Empirical analysis suggests that the level of male provisioning influences mating systems: higher male contribution to subsistence is associated with monogamy. The influences of pathogen stress, male-male competition, and male coercion are also considered.

Samples

Sample Used Coded Data Comment
Standard Cross Cultural Sample (SCCS)Other ResearchersCodes from World Cultures CD (2001)

Hypotheses (1)

HypothesisSupported
Male contribution to subsistence will be negatively associated with percent of polygynous women among foragers (292-3).Supported
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