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Scientists discovered minuscule fossils of humanity's earliest-known primate relative in Colorado, filling a crucial gap in our evolutionary story. The breakthrough shows these tiny, tree-dwelling ancestors spread across North America right after dinosaurs vanished 66 million years ago.
Scientists discovered caterpillars produce complex rhythms previously only found in primates to convince ants to adopt them. The tiny insects mastered a rare "double meter" beat that mimics queen ant vibrations.
A wildlife sanctuary in rural Goa is inviting volunteers from around the world to help care for injured and orphaned primates who've lost their homes. The Primate Trust India offers a hands-on experience that past volunteers call life-changing.
Scientists have upgraded the conservation status of South Africa's thick-tailed bushbabies from "least concern" to "near threatened" after discovering these cat-sized primates face mounting dangers. Simple solutions like rope bridges and keeping pet food indoors could help save these big-eyed nocturnal creatures.
A 43-year-old bonobo successfully tracked invisible juice and imaginary grapes in controlled experiments, proving apes can use imagination. Scientists say this discovery challenges what we thought made humans special.
Scientists watching wild baboons in Namibia discovered that baby baboons interrupt their moms during grooming sessions with siblings, mirroring human sibling rivalry. The breakthrough study shows jealousy runs deeper in the primate family tree than researchers thought.
Scientists watching wild baboons in Namibia discovered young monkeys throw tantrums, wedge between siblings, and even trick their sisters to steal mom's attention. The behavior offers powerful evidence that primates experience complex emotions like jealousy.
A groundbreaking study shows a bonobo named Kanzi could tell the difference between real and imaginary juice in experiments, suggesting apes might share our capacity for pretend play. The findings challenge what we thought made human creativity unique.
A 43-year-old bonobo just became the first non-human primate to demonstrate imagination in a controlled experiment. Scientists say this discovery changes what we thought made humans unique.
A 43-year-old bonobo named Kanzi proved apes can imagine make-believe scenarios by choosing cups with pretend juice over empty ones. His abilities suggest imagination existed in our shared ancestors millions of years ago.
Scientists in Japan discovered the precise drug combination that allows lab-grown heart cells to survive transplant without rejection in primates. The findings bring life-saving regenerative medicine closer to reality for millions suffering from severe heart failure.
After eight years of research, scientists have discovered that same-sex behavior in primates isn't a puzzle to solve but a survival advantage that helps animals thrive in harsh environments and complex societies. The groundbreaking study analyzed 491 primate species and found this natural behavior strengthens social bonds that keep animals safe and help them succeed.