Primates Archives - Page 8 of 13

Jul 30 2013 | Faunalytics

Chimpanzees Use Multiple Strategies To Limit Aggression

Primates living in captivity appear to be able to regulate their aggression through tension-reduction tactics and a group avoidance of conflict. READ MORE

Jul 30 2013 | Faunalytics

The Animal Tracker (Wave 4 – March 2011)

This report summarizes results from Wave 4 of the Animal Tracker, finding continued strong support for humane education and many other advocacy tactics. READ MORE

Jul 11 2013 | Faunalytics

Efficient Cooperative Restraint Training With Rhesus Macaques

In animal experiments, non-human primates sometimes need to be restrained using a primate chair. A method has been developed to train primates using negative and positive reinforcement to use the [...] READ MORE

Jun 4 2013 | Faunalytics

Reasons For Stereotypical Behavior In Zoo-Housed Primates

Primates that are housed in zoos are highly prone to the stereotypical behaviors of pacing and hair-pulling, which occur due to the lack of ability to engage in their natural [...] READ MORE

May 9 2013 | Faunalytics

Monkeys Show Threat-Sensitive Responses To Humans

This study found that monkeys were able to distinguish between human hunters who posed a threat, and humans who did not pose a threat. READ MORE

Apr 19 2013 | Faunalytics

Third-Party Social Evaluation Of Humans By Monkeys

This study has found that monkeys evaluate individuals based not only on their own personal interaction with them but also based on witnessing the individual’s interaction with others. READ MORE

Mar 5 2013 | Faunalytics

Specific Image Characteristics Influence Attitudes About Chimpanzee Conservation And Use As Pets

The public's attitude about chimpanzees can be influenced heavily by differing images of chimpanzees in different environments. READ MORE

Mar 4 2013 | Faunalytics

Individual Difference And Study-Specific Characteristics Influencing Attitudes About The Use Of Animals In Medical Research

When determining support for biomedical research, the characteristics of the investigation and the individual have been found to be strong indicators of the degree of support. READ MORE

Jan 29 2013 | Faunalytics

Bonobos Share With Strangers

Bonobos are capable of having affiliative interactions with strangers and are willing to voluntarily donate food to strangers for no personal benefit. READ MORE

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Chimpanzees Use Multiple Strategies To Limit Aggression

The Animal Tracker (Wave 4 – March 2011)

Efficient Cooperative Restraint Training With Rhesus Macaques

Reasons For Stereotypical Behavior In Zoo-Housed Primates

Monkeys Show Threat-Sensitive Responses To Humans

Third-Party Social Evaluation Of Humans By Monkeys

Specific Image Characteristics Influence Attitudes About Chimpanzee Conservation And Use As Pets

Individual Difference And Study-Specific Characteristics Influencing Attitudes About The Use Of Animals In Medical Research

Bonobos Share With Strangers

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