Male fruit flies prioritize courtship and sex over personal safety during mating, according to a University of Birmingham study.

Male fruit flies prioritize courtship and sex over personal safety, according to a study by the University of Birmingham. As male fruit flies advance in their courtship, dopamine levels increase, blocking key sensory pathways and reducing their ability to respond to threats, allowing them to focus on mating. The study suggests that this decision-making mechanism may be present in mammals, including humans.