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Same-sex Zebra Finch Couples Bond For Life | Zebra finches are the latest non-human species to demonstrate same-sex attraction and mating. Researchers found that male same-sex pairs of finches sang and preened each other just like opposite-sex pairs, and usually stayed together even when tempted by female finches. Lead researcher Julie Elie explains: “A pair-bond in socially monogamous species represents a cooperative partnership that may give advantages for survival. Finding a social partner, whatever its sex, could be a priority.”