Budzicz, Łukasz2013-03-062013-03-062011Kosmos Tom 60, nr 3-4, 2011, s. 333-343http://hdl.handle.net/10593/4921The article presents basic information about the evolution of mating system, which occurs in humans. In nature, the three major evolutionary pressures promote the long-term monogamous relationships: significantly enhanced offspring survival when both parents provide care, certainty of paternity and limited opportunities to find a new mate. All these factors are present in humans and may also to some extent explain the present diversity of human reproductive behaviors. A hypothetical model of the evolution of human reproductive behavior proposed by David Geary is also discussed.plArtykuł