Chimpanzees recognise one another from their rear ends
Friday, December 2, 2016 - 06:51
in Paleontology & Archaeology
It is important for social animals to be able to recognise one another quickly. Humans are able to recognise each other immediately from their faces. Faces are also important for chimpanzees, but a new study by neuropsychologist Mariska Kret in PLOS ONE shows that the animals' buttocks also play a role.