These friendships often lasted for life, and scientists say they show how male primates can use kindness and affection to socially succeed.

There are several different types of baboon species, and all of them have the potential to kill humans. Note this word: potential. As of yet, there are no recorded instances of baboons killing ...

The researchers conducted three types of tests using green and red lasers. First, they shined the laser on spots the baboons could easily see, like their hands or feet. Next, they aimed at places ...

The Project has long centered on processes at the individual, group, and population levels, and in recent years has also included other aspects of baboon biology, such as genetics, hormones, and ...

A study of "troops" of baboons in their natural environment in East Africa has revealed patterns of interdependence that may shed light on the early evolution of the human species ...

Credit: The German Primate Center Prior to the field work in Senegal, preliminary tests were carried out on Guinea baboons at Nuremberg Zoo. The zoo is one of the few keepers of the species in ...

The new ‘hunters’ are baboons that are now giving Kenyans sleepless nights as they search for food. The most affected are Kamaguru residents in Bura District. In the past two weeks ...

A video has surfaced showing a road patrol attendant guiding a pair of baboons safely across Simon's Town's main road.

Baboons have the ability to cooperate with each other, like their human counterparts, for the common good, or punish them if they do not reciprocate, according to a study. Scientists have long ...

Female Guinea baboons prefer skilled males for immediate benefits, revealing insights into primate social behavior and evolution.

New study of baboons shows that a stressful upbringing can shorten life, but strong social bonds can help get those years back. New study of baboons shows that a stressful upbringing can shorten life, ...