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Monkeys

Science

The Wonderful, Transcendent Life of an Odd-Nosed Monkey

The island of Borneo is the only home of the proboscis monkey, an endangered primate that is surprisingly resilient.

Jude Isabella Hakai May 2020 25min Permalink

Science Health

Primal Fear: Can Monkeys Help Unlock the Secrets of Trauma?

Hurricane Maria devastated Puerto Rico’s “monkey island.” The surviving primates could help scientists learn about the psychological response to traumatizing events.

Luke Dittrich New York Times Magazine May 2019 30min Permalink

Science

Travis the Menace

The life story of Travis the chimp and the family of tow truck operators who raised him like a human child before it all ended in tragedy.

Dan P. Lee New York Jan 2011 25min Permalink

Science

Almost Human

On spear-wielding chimps who hunt for meat.

Mary Roach National Geographic Apr 2008 20min Permalink