For decades, scientists believed that bonobos, one of our closest living relatives, were among the most peaceful primates.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Nothing brings a group of primates together, humans included, quite like a threat from outside. Bonobos are unique among primates ...

Historically considered a more peaceful species than their chimpanzee cousins, bonobos are actually just as aggressive -- but target their ire most often at males, according to a study published ...

When people think of monkeys, they often picture playful, mischievous creatures swinging through the trees or stealing snacks from tourists. While the majority of monkey species are relatively ...

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Rhesus monkeys being transported from Tulane University escaped from an overturned truck following an accident in Mississippi. The Jasper County Sheriff's Department announced the news in a Facebook ...

The stereotype of violent chimpanzees and peaceful bonobos may be wrong, according to new research comparing aggression in both apes.

Here's something that'll make your next giggle session feel a bit weird: scientists genuinely can't figure out if your laughter evolved from joyful chimp panting or from the threatening bared-teeth ...

JASPER COUNTY, Mississippi — Three monkeys were still on the loose on Wednesday in Mississippi after a truck carrying the research animals overturned. Officials said midday Tuesday that all but one of ...