Bonobo genome completed: The final great ape to be sequenced
Wednesday, June 13, 2012 - 17:30
in Biology & Nature
Scientists have completed the genome of the bonobo -- the final great ape to be sequenced. Bonobos, which together with chimpanzees are the closest living relatives of humans, are known for their peaceful, playful and sexual behavior that contrasts with the more aggressive behavior of chimpanzees.