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#914 Eduardo Fernandez-Duque: Mating Systems, Biparental Care, and Cooperative Breeding in Primates

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Exploring Cooperative Breeding in Primates

This chapter delves into the concept of cooperative breeding in primates, discussing the involvement of different individuals in caring for the young within a group. It explores genetic relatedness between cooperative breeders and infants, speculates on male primate behavior towards non-related infants, and touches on polyandry in certain species. The discussion also delves into the complexities surrounding the factors predicting the evolution of cooperative breeding in primates.

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