How Common is Anthro Attraction?

[anthrodisiac]

I've been really into anthropomorphic bodies for a very long time (part human, part animal - werewolves and centaurs being some of the more common morphologies). The diversity of forms, the sheer variety within this non-human subgenre, is incredibly compelling to me.

Once thing I've always wondered, since I didn't dare to tell other people about this for fear of being ostracized/shamed, is how common this attraction actually is? For those of you who find anthro forms sexy, what is it about them that piques your interest?

Personally, I love how many different body types, limbs, appendages, and textures all fit into the big ol' bucket of "anthro." There's something just so enthralling about human+.

 

[KaiHodi]

Hi, I'm new here and I understand this is a while after this was originally posted but I'll gladly add my two cents.

I can't answer how common anthro attraction is but I can speak for myself when I say I understand why people may find those characteristics appealing. One thing that has always drawn me to anthropomorphic beings have been the uniqueness yet "familiar" designs they hold. Not to judge a book by its cover, but a lot can be learned by a characters appearance. At first glance, an anthro character may appear wildly different from humans. They look different, have different traits and worldviews. The added features of fur, scales, or feathers adds a uniqueness to them that makes these characters stand out from general humans. Like a snowflake, it is their differences that make them so irresistible to look at, or write/imagine.

At the same time, these animal characteristics bring a sense of familiarity with them that is not too alien to depict or imagine. The traits and body types are familiar with us to the point where a character can be understood and empathized with. I think most people wold know what a dog's fur feel like, what a bird's chirp sounds like, or a snake's rattle means. That plus the myriad of tropes and themes that have been assigned to animals by humans can allow the characters to be explored in a variety of ways. Adding all of that to an "anthropomorphic" being, making them humanlike, brings the most attractiveness to me.

It is not the animal characteristics themselves that create this attraction but the overall contrast with the human parts that make them so enticing. I find anthro characters appealing as they allow me to explore what it means to be human by analyzing their intersection with the human/animal nature. By nature I mean not just their physical bodies but their mannerisms and character also.

I hope this made some sense. Thank you for asking this! It feels refreshing to at least explain my attraction to this idea.

 

[anthrodisiac]

You know, I'd totally forgotten I even created this. I remember being slightly disappointed that no one responded, but it was worth it to read your response. Thank you for sharing!

 

[SigmaJay]

How Common is Anthro Attraction?​

I have a mild interest in this topic. I occasionally look at Rule34 art. Nothing extreme mind you. I have never worn anything, not even ears or a mask. I am pretty vanilla IRL, but very open minded.

What is it about them that piques your interest?

I have always been into science fiction and fantasy starting at a young age. Communicating with other fictitious, sentient beings and possibly engaging them in sexual activities is an interesting topic for me.