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194 | Frans de Waal on Culture and Gender in Primates

Sean Carroll's Mindscape: Science, Society, Philosophy, Culture, Arts, and Ideas

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Understanding Primate Gender and Social Dynamics

This chapter examines gender identity and roles in primates, using a case study of a female chimpanzee, Donna, to illustrate non-binary behaviors. It highlights the social dynamics among primate species, contrasting chimpanzees and bonobos, and emphasizes the evolutionary significance of empathy and cooperation. The discussion reveals the complexities of identity and moral behaviors, suggesting that such variations are prevalent in the animal kingdom.

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