Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Male bonobos were observed being particularly aggressive with other males, but not females. “Chimpanzees and bonobos use ...

Bonobos (Pan paniscus) are sometimes called the “hippie ape,” because of their emphasis on love over violence. They embody the philosophy of free love, resolving conflicts through sexual acts. They ...

Have we misjudged our two closest relatives? Chimpanzees are known for lethal violence while bonobos are widely seen as paragons of peaceful coexistence, free love and female empowerment – but a new ...

Bonobos (pictured) and chimpanzees are our closest relatives. A new study looks at how a community of bonobos behave when they encounter a different group of bonobos. It's markedly different from the ...

Bonobos have a reputation of being the hippies of the ape world, due to their propensity to “make love, not war.” But a new study reveals that bonobos, found only in the Democratic Republic of Congo, ...

Chimpanzees and bonobos are often thought to reflect two different sides of human nature -- the conflict-ready chimpanzee versus the peaceful bonobo -- but a new study shows that, within their own ...

Bonobos are a species of great ape, along with gorillas, orangutans, and chimpanzees. Over the years, they’ve gained a reputation as being calmer and more peaceful than other ape species. But recent ...

If you’ve heard the common phrase, “Bonobos make love, not war,” you might wonder about the context behind this statement. Essentially, bonobos use sexual activity as a form of conflict resolution.

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. From a human perspective, chimpanzees and bonobos often represent ...