Capuchins are also known for developing odd social rituals across their range. Scientists studying mainland populations have ...

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Video footage shows male capuchin monkeys carrying at least 11 howler monkey babies between 2022 and 2023. The monkeys' motivations remain under investigation.

There were no signs of deliberate aggression toward the babies and they weren’t eaten, ruling out predation. In most or all cases, the baby howlers died, researchers said. Infant howler monkeys ...

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A beach in the Australian state of South Australia has been closed due to a mysterious foam. Surfers have reported cold and flu symptoms after visiting Waitpinga Beach. Numerous dead fish have also ...

With this relative safety and freedom, Jicarón’s capuchin monkeys might be a bit bored, the researchers proposed. “We know that cultural innovation, in several cases, is linked to the ...