Bonobos form vocal combinations that reflect structured meaning, suggesting language-like traits evolved millions of years ago. Bonobos, our closest living relatives, produce intricate and meaningful ...

Comprehensive reference genomes have now been assembled for six ape species: siamang (a Southeast Asian gibbon), Sumatran orangutan, Bornean orangutan, gorilla, bonobo and chimpanzee. Areas of their ...

An occasional series where Mongabay founder Rhett Ayers Butler shares analysis, perspectives, and story summaries. Few apes ...