‘En-dangerous’ obsession with masculinity
Desire to boost sexual prowess putting Jamaica's wildlife at risk
Across generations, Jamaican men have been consuming traditional remedies and blended punches to purportedly improve their libido and sexual performance. However, the obsession for “strongback” is now threatening the survival of several of the island’s vital wildlife species, according to environmentalists.
While some men stick to a mix of roots, herbs, peanuts and oats, others have been poaching crocodile and turtle meat and eggs to meet their demand, putting both endangered species at ris...
