Socialite Japanese Macaques Get More Grooming from 'Friends' (1/2) (VIDEO)

Kyoto University

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Female Japanese macaques at the center of their social network had less lice thanks to the extra grooming they receive from their many friends. This was especially true during winter when macaques mate and during summer when they give birth.

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Julie Duboscq/Kyoto University

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