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August 18, 2026 at 08:22 PM
Do Monkeys Keep Pets? Study Finds Widespread Primate Interactions With Other Animal Species, From Mice to Deer
Source:
Smithsonian Magazine
A new study reveals widespread interactions between primates and other animal species, suggesting evolutionary roots for human pet-keeping traits like caregiving and curiosity.
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