20
Nov
Apes have midlife crises, too
The findings imply that some biological factors common among humans and apes, such as physical traits and hormone levels influence happiness as we age.
20
Nov
Apes have midlife crises, too
The findings imply that some biological factors common among humans and apes, such as physical traits and hormone levels influence happiness as we age.
29
Sep
Many animal species display facial expressions, but expressions are particularly developed in primates. In fact, some primates, such as chimpanzees, have complex facial expressions with many physical and functional similarities to humans. These are “critically important for coordinating social interaction, facilitating group cohesion and maintaining individual social relationships,” according to researchers at Emory University’s Yerkes National Primate Research Center.
Here’s a look at some of our favorite photos of expressive primates — from grumpy gorillas to spooked spider monkeys.
23
Aug
Many animal species display facial expressions, but expressions are particularly developed in primates. In fact, some primates, such as chimpanzees, have complex facial expressions with many physical and functional similarities to humans. Here’s a look at some of our favorite photos of expressive primates — from grumpy gorillas to spooked spider monkeys.
7 primates with expressive faces
09
Apr
Going ape for apps: Young orangutan plays with iPad
Zookeepers at the Milwaukee County Zoo have been using iPads as enrichment tools for nearly a year now.
20
Feb
Woody Harrelson urges support for ‘Ape Act’
The actor once again teams with PETA to appeal for passage of legislation that would permanently end the use of chimpanzees in invasive experiments.
04
Feb
The bonobo is a close cousin to the chimpanzee, another famously intelligent animal. Extremely endangered, the bonobo is found only in central Africa. Like other great apes, bonobos have been taught to use sign language and symbols.
9 of the smartest animals on Earth
04
Aug
Gorilla Fund’s Clare Richardson on ‘Rise of the Planet of the Apes’
President of the organization chats about the messages in the film - and how she hopes humans come to value their great ape cousins.
18
Jul
How movie chimps are harming real-life conservation efforts
Certain images of chimpanzees may help mislead people into believing the apes are not endangered or make good pets – hindering animal welfare and conservation efforts, a study indicates.
01
Feb
Chimpanzees can figure out what others are thinking, a mental ability seen nowhere else in the animal kingdom so far except for in humans.
