Wild Chimpanzees: Social Behavior of an Endangered Species

Chimpanzees, our closest primate relatives, provide insights into early human behavior. This book explores their social lives in the wild, covering topics such as gender differences, aggression, cooperation, vocal behavior, and cultural variations. It is a valuable resource for students, researchers, and conservationists.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 244 pages
Publication date: 21 June 2018
Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Chimpanzees, our closest primate relatives, hold valuable insights into the behavior of our early human ancestors. This captivating book delves into the intricate social dynamics of chimpanzee communities, drawing upon extensive research conducted at seven long-term field sites. It explores the distinct social lives of males and females, examines the intriguing behavior of male groups seeking out and killing neighboring individuals, investigates the extent of chimpanzee cooperation in monkey hunting, and examines the similarities and differences in their vocal behavior compared to human speech. Furthermore, the book sheds light on the existence of different chimpanzee cultures and raises important questions about their conservation and survival. Authored by Adam Arcadi, a renowned expert in primate behavior, this comprehensive resource offers a fascinating introduction to the chimpanzee social universe and the challenges we face in safeguarding this remarkable species from extinction. With extensive notes meticulously organized by field site and an appendix detailing field methods, this book is an invaluable resource for students, researchers, and anyone with a deep interest in the captivating and complex world of these intelligent apes.

Weight: 434g
Dimension: 232 x 161 x 14 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781316647561