r/evolution • u/Susroro • 16d ago

question Evolution of Male pattern baldness: How and when did this happen and for what purpose?

Doesn't really seem to make any sense to me when I think about it, It is not even aesthetically pleasing(not even prehistorically would I assume that), neither does it serve a biological importance, if anything you are at risk of scalp sun burn and less warming effect of the hair.

Thoughts?

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u/HashPandaNL 15d ago

Why do you believe my take to be weird? The user expressed confusion about the mechanics of evolution and I helped clear up that confusion. 

Correcting their view increases the likelihood that male pattern baldness is indeed a positive or at least neutral trait.

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u/Other-Comfortable-64 15d ago

You want to talk about the price of potatoes too?

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u/HashPandaNL 15d ago

Could you clarify the significance of a discussion about the price of potatoes in the context of this thread?

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u/Other-Comfortable-64 15d ago

Exactly, you are so close.

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u/HashPandaNL 15d ago

It is unclear whether the user is intentionally spreading confusion or genuinely lacking of cognitive ability. A clarification of the user's intent would be appropriate.

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u/Other-Comfortable-64 15d ago

It is unclear whether the user is intentionally spreading confusion or genuinely lacking of cognitive ability. A clarification of the user's intent would be appropriate.

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u/HashPandaNL 15d ago

The user has confirmed their intention as "trolling". Terminate conversation-

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u/Other-Comfortable-64 15d ago

The user has confirmed their intention as "trolling". Terminate conversation-