BBC News·3 min read·medium
Great Apes kiss and cuddle to keep the peace, says study
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A study from Durham University suggests that chimpanzees and bonobos use physical contact like kissing and hugging to build trust and reduce stress before conflicts. This behavior is compared to a 'rallying cry' that fosters group cohesion.
Image source, Jake Brooker / Chimfunshi Wildlife Orphanage Trust Image caption, Embrace between Little Jake and Little Joey, two juvenile male chimpanzees in a forested sanctuary
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