When a baboon stared into the mirror, a scientist would shine a laser pointer onto the animal’s cheek or ear and record the reaction. The researcher would also shine the laser pointer on spots ...

The laser was then shone on a part of their body the baboon could not see unaided, such as their ear or cheek. While sat in front of a mirror, the baboons did not react or respond to the laser ...

The laser was then shone on a part of their body the baboon could not see unaided, such as their ear or cheek. While sat in front of a mirror, the baboons did not react or respond to the laser ...

Remarkable social behaviors have been discovered in Kinda baboons (Papio kindae) that set them apart from other baboon species. The research, led by University of Massachusetts Amherst anthropologist ...

Observers watching baboons in Namibia were impressed when they saw how the baboons responded to glowing spots shone onto their arms and legs. They poked and scratched at these bright areas with ...

But wild baboons, when presented with a mirror, don’t seem to recognize they’re staring at their own selves, a new study has found. For decades, researchers have tried to understand if other ...

Explore the Hidden World of Baboons in Africa: Intelligent, social, and full of surprises, baboons are a fascinating aspect of Africa’s rich wildlife. Discover their complex societies, survival skills ...

Cape Town — On August 12, 2024 , Joey, the alpha male of the troop of baboons that occup ies the area around the seaside village of Pringle Bay in the picturesque Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve ...

The shocking and brutal killing of Raygun the baboon has sparked outrage and condemnation. Authorities have vowed to take action, and an investigation is now underway to hold those responsible ...

But there's a downside to being a strong and powerful alpha stud—at least if you're a baboon. Studies show that despite their high rank, the number one males in baboon society are also some of ...

Raygun, the notorious baboon known for wandering around parts of Pretoria, has reportedly been sighted in Silverlakes in the East of Pretoria. According to reports on social media, a resident in ...

Wild baboons did not react to marks on their faces in mirrors Study suggests self-recognition may not be universal in primates Researchers debate if self-awareness exists on a spectrum ...