Anatomic distribution of kisspeptin neurons in the adult sheep amygdala: Associations with sex, estrogen receptor alpha, androgen receptor, and sexual partner preference.

Kisspeptin neurons are primarily known for regulating reproductive function by stimulating hormone release that controls puberty and fertility. While typically associated with the hypothalamus, recent research suggests their presence in other brain regions, including the amygdala. The amygdala, crucial for emotional processing and social behaviors, consists of various nuclei.