Abstract
Patriarchy is a hegemonic social system in the contemporary world. This study investigates the evolutionary origins of patriarchy, exploring its basis and whether masculine philopatry acts to maintain the patriarchal structure. An an integrative literature review of ethological studies allowed us to analysing behaviors, concepts, origins, patterns and conformations at the phylogenetic level. Moreover, it verified the existence of current matrilineal and matriarchal communities that oppose patriarchy. Despite its hegemony, patriarchy is neither unique nor static, as evidenced by distinct contemporary social configurations.
Keywords:
patriarchy; matriarchy; male philopatry; ethology