Basic Types of Sexual  Behavior

3. Homosexual Intercourse

Anal Intercourse

Anal intercourse is here defined as involving sexual contact between the penis of one partner and the anus of the other.
Since the anus is one of the more sensitive erogenous zones of the body, many men and women enjoy some form of anal stimulation during their sexual activity. As a matter of fact, some individuals insert a finger or some cylindrical object into their anus for additional stimulation when they masturbate. It is therefore hardly surprising that, during sexual intercourse between males, the anus of one partner and the penis of the other should sometimes be brought into direct contact.
It is very well possible for a man to insert his penis into his partner's anus. However, since the anus, unlike the vagina, does not provide its own natural lubrication, the use of some artificial lubricant is advisable. Special water-soluble creams or lotions are the most suitable and popular of these lubricants, and they are best applied gently and deliberately to the anus itself. After that, a slow insertion can begin. However, there are also some men who simply enjoy rubbing their penis between their partner’s buttocks.
While anal intercourse can be satisfying for both partners, it is not nearly as common as is often believed. After all, most people in our culture are conditioned to consider the anus filthy and repulsive because of its excretory function. (To a lesser extent, the sex organs are also seen as disgusting because of their association with the release of urine.) In addition, there are strong religious and social taboos against contact between anus and penis. In some contries, it is even a crime. Under the circumstances, it is hardly surprising that some homosexual men object to anal intercourse just as vehemently as many heterosexuals do.
Finally, it remains to be stated that, for anatomical reasons, there can be no anal intercourse between females. The only exception would be a female who wears an artificial penis strapped to her body. However, this possibility is more theoretical than real, since female couples are usually content with other forms of sexual stimulation.