Why Tarzan wears a loincloth?

Why Tarzan wears a loincloth?

In the Disney version of Tarzan, many have questioned how he knew to wear a loincloth despite being raised by gorillas who don't wear clothes. One fan theory explains that the answer might lie in the fact that humans, especially males, have proportionally larger genitalia compared to other ape species. A gorilla's penis, for example, is only about two and a half inches long when fully erect. Tarzan, even as a child, would have had a larger penis than the other gorillas, which might have led to bullying and trauma. To avoid the humiliation and bullying, he likely began covering himself with leaves or animal skin, and this habit persisted into adulthood, explaining why he continues to wear a loincloth throughout the story.

This theory offers a humorous perspective on Tarzan's choice of attire and suggests that his childhood trauma may have contributed to his modesty and preference for clothing, even after being accepted by the gorilla clan.

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