primate
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The new scientific study, by Jorge Avaria-Llautureo of the University of Reading and other researchers, maps the geographic origins of our primate ancestors and the historical climate at those locations.
From Science Daily ● Jun. 20, 2026
As an ecologist who has studied chimpanzees and lemurs in the field in Uganda and Madagascar, I am fascinated by the environments that shaped our primate ancestors.
From Science Daily ● Jun. 20, 2026
Most people imagine our early primate ancestors swinging through lush tropical forests.
From Science Daily ● Jun. 20, 2026
In fact, Mr. Lefebvre notes many striking similarities between avian and primate intelligence.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 22, 2026
If you look at any species of primate — at every variety of monkey and ape — the larger their neocortex is, the larger the average size of the groups they live with.
From "The Tipping Point" by Malcolm Gladwell
Authorities suspect the primates, known for their shaggy red fur, were trafficked into India, sparking a criminal investigation.
From Barron's ● Sep. 11, 2026
Vertical climbing is not limited to nonhuman primates.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 31, 2026
The scientists say there is reason for optimism because nonhuman primates and humans share important anatomical similarities.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 13, 2026
The charity fears the abandonment could be the first of many following legislation introduced in April which requires all primates kept as pets in England to be licensed.
From BBC ● Jul. 21, 2026
Whether there are other sorts of social communication by pheromones among primates is not known.
From "The Lives of a Cell" by Lewis Thomas
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