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Capuchin monkeys have developed a very disturbing 'social tradition' of abducting babies


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Published in Humor and Quirks on Sunday, May 25th 2025 at 17:31 GMT by earth   Print publication without navigation

  • A rare cultural behavior spreads among young male capuchins and baby howlers, raising questions about animal traditions and conservation.

Capuchin monkeys in a Brazilian forest have developed a disturbing social tradition of abducting babies, as observed by researchers from the University of São Paulo. This behavior, documented over a 20-year study, involves both male and female monkeys snatching infants from their mothers, often leading to the infants' death due to neglect or physical harm. The researchers noted that this practice might serve as a way for the monkeys to establish dominance or gain social status within their groups. The study highlights the complex and sometimes brutal nature of social interactions among these primates, challenging previous understandings of their behavior.

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