Since all three ape species diverged from a common ancestor that lived roughly six million to eight million years ago, the ...

How do great apes keep the peace? A new study shows a smooch, a snuggle or even a little hanky-panky can go a long way.

During an eight-month-long research trip to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Zambia, we studied consolation: the ...

More often, apes reach out to one another with friendly touch: embracing, patting and making gentle contact." Chimpanzees ...

Humans could learn from chimpanzees and bonobos, who turn to group members for physical comfort during tense moments.

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Humans are not the only animals that communicate. Birds sing to attract mates, dolphins use signature whistles that identify ...

Hugging before stressful events may be an ancient way of building trust, say scientists studying apes.

Bonobos and chimpanzees use friendly physical contact to manage social stress before meals. New research shows both species ...

Bonobo male Kikongo making 'happy' grin faces at the Lola ya Bonobo Sanctuary, Democratic Republic of Congo, October 2010 Fiona Rogers / Laughter is universal among humans. Researchers have found ...

Chimpanzees and bonobos hug, touch and kiss before stressful situations, suggesting social reassurance may have evolved millions of years before humans.

There are many kinds of laughter. People may guffaw at a joke. They may giggle nervously in an uncomfortable situation. They may chuckle with ​mild amusement. They may snicker to express contempt — ...