If you’re under the impression that you know all you need to know about the art of flirting, you’re greatly mistaken. You may be an expert in flirting with the ladies when you’re in a bar or the queen flirt in a party full of boys, but you surely wouldn’t know some of the things this article will tell you. If you continue reading, you’ll learn some fascinating things about the art you love so much. You can even use the tidbits of information the next time you flirt, so go ahead and read on!

1. It happens all over the world

You read that right: flirting is a worldwide occurrence! You’d think that a housewife in rural India and a hot shot female lawyer from NYC can have nothing in common, but both of them use the same tricks when showing interest and attracting attention of the opposite sex: smiles, hair flips, giggles, eyebrow raises and averting gazes.

2. Animals do it, too!

You think humans are the only ones capable of flirting? Birds, fishes and reptiles do too, just in their own animal way.

3. It can land you in jail.

No kidding. In Little Rock, Arkansas, participating in playful banter, which by the way is a flirting staple, is punishable by law. An antiquated law states that those who are caught engaged in such activity will be put in jail for 30 days.

4. It is good for your health.

Studies show that flirting men and women have more white blood cells in their body. These cells are known to boost immunity and overall health.

5. In the Victorian Era, fans served as important props.

These days, anyone can flirt without props. In the past, though, it was kind of required. Flirting women used fans to help convey messages such as “I love you” and “You may kiss me” to their suitors.

6. The act may not be a two-way thing.

Research states that men often misinterpret the gestures of women to be flirtatious, even if they really aren’t. Hence, guys should learn to distinguish what is flirting and what is friendly.