Social contagion of affiliation in female macaques

Social contagion of non-interactive behaviour is widespread among animals including humans. It is thought to facilitate behavioural synchronization and consequently group cohesion, coordination and opportunities for social learning. Contagion of interactive behaviour—particularly affiliation—has rec...

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Main Authors: Julia Ostner, Jana Wilken, Oliver Schülke
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: The Royal Society 2021-01-01
Series:Royal Society Open Science
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Online Access:https://royalsocietypublishing.org/doi/pdf/10.1098/rsos.201538