Capuchin Monkeys Observed 'Kidnapping' Howler Monkey Infants
Scientists have documented unusual behavior in Panama: capuchin monkeys 'kidnapping' howler monkey babies. Researchers s...
Chimpanzees Use Medicinal Plants for Wound Care, Study Finds
Wild chimpanzees have been observed using medicinal plants to treat their wounds and promote hygiene, according to a new...
Chimpanzees Exhibit Complex Communication Skills in the Wild
New research reveals that wild chimpanzees use sophisticated communication methods, displaying nuanced abilities previou...
Gorilla vs. 100 Men: Scientist Weighs In on Viral Debate
The internet is buzzing about whether 100 men could defeat a gorilla in a fight. Dr. Tara Stoinski, a gorilla expert wit...
Research Cuts Threaten Lab Animal Lives
Federal research funding cuts are forcing labs to consider euthanizing thousands of animals used in vital medical studie...
Female Bonobos Form Alliances to Combat Male Dominance
A new study reveals that female bonobos create strong social bonds to protect themselves from male aggression. These "gi...
Bonobo Society: How Female Apes Maintain Dominance
Bonobos, a close relative of chimpanzees, live in societies where females hold considerable power. Unlike many primate g...