The drivers and functions of rock juggling in otters

Object play refers to the seemingly non-functional manipulation of inanimate items when in a relaxed state. In juveniles, object play may help develop skills to aid survival. However, why adults show object play remains poorly understood. We studied potential drivers and functions of the well-known...

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Main Authors: Mari-Lisa Allison, Rebecca Reed, Emile Michels, Neeltje J. Boogert
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: The Royal Society 2020-05-01
Series:Royal Society Open Science
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Online Access:https://royalsocietypublishing.org/doi/pdf/10.1098/rsos.200141