Primates are a diverse order of mammals that include some of the most complex and intelligent species, such as humans, apes, monkeys, and prosimians like lemurs and tarsiers. This group is characterized by large brains relative to body size, forward-facing eyes for stereoscopic vision, and highly flexible limbs and digits. Primates are predominantly tree-dwelling (arboreal) though several species, including humans, have adapted to life on the ground. They are found across the globe, particularly in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas.
A study comparing human and great ape hearts reveals significant evolutionary adaptations in humans, including smoother, less trabeculated heart muscles that improve cardiac function to…
Research from Cornell University suggests that prolonged maternal care contributes to longer lifespans and slower reproductive rates in humans and other mammals, supporting theories that…
Chimpanzees afflicted with illness consume tree bark, dead wood, and ferns known for their antibiotic and anti-inflammatory properties. According to a study published on June…
New end-to-end X and Y chromosome sequences uncover enormous variation on the Y chromosome, informing human evolution and disease as well as conservation genetics of…
Why do primates possess large brains? To investigate this, researchers in the Panamanian rainforest conducted experiments comparing the foraging intelligence of primates with larger brains…
Complete X and Y chromosome sequences from six different primate species have been successfully mapped, revealing a rich diversity among these species and providing deeper…
Researchers uncover the diverse vocal patterns of Bornean orangutans, identifying three distinct pulse types in their long calls, and emphasizing the complexity of animal vocalizations….
individuals residing in different communities adhere to distinct social traditions or norms. For example, in certain areas, it’s customary to greet everyone you encounter on…
A recent investigation into a 7–8-million-year-old fossil ape from China, called Lufengpithecus, provides new insights into the development of bipedalism in humans. The study, published…
Primates, including humans, are generally considered to be very social creatures, with numerous monkey and ape species forming groups. In contrast, lemurs and other Strepsirrhines,…
In the karst landscapes of southern China, giant apes, known as Gigantopithecus blacki, once traversed the terrain. These massive creatures, standing three meters tall and…
A study led by the University of Otago reveals that humans’ preference for sweet flavors traces back to our early primate relatives. This research illuminates…
A student and a professor from CUNY’s Graduate Center and Brooklyn College have pruned a branch off the primate tree. New research reveals that picrodontids,…
A groundbreaking study reveals that female-biased and equal power structures are common in primates, contradicting the assumption of widespread male dominance and highlighting the significance…
Mouse lemurs that perform better in cognitive tests live longer. Cognitive abilities not only vary among different species but also among individuals within the same…
The researchers found 139 genes that are common across the primate groups but highly divergent in their expression in human brains. An international team led…
Study finds the longest lasting non-human social memories ever documented. Apes recognize photos of groupmates they haven’t seen for more than 25 years and respond…
Research on the Ngogo community in Uganda reveals that humans humans aren’t the only primates with long post-fertile life stage. A team of researchers has…