Embracing in a Female-Bonded Monkey Species (Theropithecus gelada)
Pallante, V., Ferrari, P.F., Gamba, M., Palagi, E.
· 2012
★ NIFPlay Rating: 7
Rating Scale
10 Rigorous play-specific science
6–9 General biological science
5 Sound play research (uncontrolled)
1–4 Less rigorous / indirect
0 Indirect but high value
Describes embracing behavior in gelada baboons and its role in social bonding and post-conflict affiliation, contributing to understanding of play and prosocial behavior in primates.
