Why do many gay men rarely form close friendships with bisexual or lesbian women?

Friendship dynamics inside the LGBTQ+ community are complex and often shaped by comfort, shared experiences, and social circles. While many gay men do have meaningful friendships with bisexual or lesbian women, sometimes these connections are less common.
One reason can be different lived experiences. Gay men and lesbian or bisexual women may face discrimination in different ways, and their social spaces or communities may not always overlap. Because of this, people sometimes feel more understood among those whose experiences mirror their own.