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Same-sex sexual behaviour can help primates to survive — and reproduce

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Bonds between same-sex individuals help apes and monkeys to manage conflict and strengthen alliances, especially in dry habitats and predator-rich landscapes. Bonds between same-sex individuals help apes and monkeys to manage conflict and strengthen alliances, especially in dry habitats and predator-rich landscapes.

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Irish Independent

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Homosexuality is common among 60 species of primates, study finds

Some 60 primate species, including baboons, chimpanzees and vervet monkeys, express homosexuality, according to a new study that sheds further light on the evolutionary origin of same-sex intimacy.

3 hours ago·Ireland

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Le Parisien

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In Primates, Long-Standing Homosexual Behaviour Associated with Multiple Factors Demonstrated by a Study

A large study published this Monday looks at homosexual behaviour in non-human primates. It shows that they have ancient evolutionary roots and depend on multiple factors related to the environment and social structure."The diversity of sexual behaviour is very common in nature, among species and in animal societies; as important as taking care of their young, fighting a predator or looking for food," explains Vincent Savolainen, the main author…

10 hours ago·Paris, France

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Radio-Canada

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Primates: Homosexual Acts Linked to Several Factors

Homosexual behaviour in non-human primates has ancient roots and depends on factors related to the environment and social structure.

14 hours ago·Montreal, Canada

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The Independent

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Study finds homosexuality surprisingly common among primates

Same-sex intimacy more common in species living in harsh environments or complex social systems

17 hours ago·London, United Kingdom

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NBC News

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Same-sex sexual behavior observed in dozens of primate species, suggesting evolutionary origin

Many primate species have been observed engaging in same-sex sexual behavior. A new study suggests it likely developed evolutionarily to help reduce conflict and build bonds.

17 hours ago·United States

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