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‘Peaceful’ male bonobos may actually be more aggressive than chimps

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Bonobos have long been regarded as the peaceful ape, in sharp contrast with violent chimpanzees, but a study based on thousands of hours of observations suggests the real story is more nuanced

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Male bonobos are much more aggressive towards each other than male chimpanzees.

Among chimpanzees, males form alliances. A violent incident may therefore be more likely to result in a group fight. Among bonobo males, it's every man for himself.

23 days ago·Netherlands

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‘Peaceful’ male bonobos may actually be more aggressive than chimps

Bonobos have long been regarded as the peaceful ape, in sharp contrast with violent chimpanzees, but a study based on thousands of hours of observations suggests the real story is more nuanced

23 days ago·Baltimore, United States

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