Hermaphrodites lack an enzyme at birth that would allow them to develop male genitals so they are initially defined as female, even though male features begin to develop later during puberty.

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Hermaphrodites are individuals who have both male and female reproductive organs. At birth, they may be assigned a female sex due to the lack of an enzyme that would allow them to develop male genitals. However, during puberty, male features may begin to develop.

Hermaphrodites Lack an Enzyme at Birth That Would Allow Them