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#1046 Olivia Reilly: Social Cognition and Sex Differences in the Brains of Capuchin Monkeys

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Sex Differences in Capuchin Monkeys

This chapter explores the study of sex differences in capuchin monkeys, highlighting unique brain structure variations between males and females. It discusses their behavioral patterns tied to social structures, including female bonding and male territorial aggression. The conversation also draws parallels between capuchins and humans, emphasizing the challenges in extrapolating findings across species due to different socioecological contexts.

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