[douginthearmy]

We are frequently told stories about how there are gay animals.

I don't know what kind of books you read or stories you listen to, but I have never really heard that nor do I care. One is reminded of the idiom regarding excessive protestation.

[nickcarraway]

The lady doth protest too much, methinks. Hamlet Act III, scene II

[EQAndyBuzz]

San Francisco (go figure) did a study about their seagull population. They found there to be gay seagulls in the flock that have taken mates.