The key is understanding evolution is not linear. Evolutionary biology has long been faced with a persistent question: "If humans evolved from monkeys, why are there still monkeys?" This query, however, is based on a series of misconceptions about the workings of evolution. To truly understand the process, we must break free from the notion that evolution is a linear path, … [Read more...] about If Evolution Is Real, Why Are There Still Monkeys Around Today?
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White-Faced Capuchin Monkeys in Panama Enter the Stone Age, Using Stone Tools for Nuts and Shellfish
Researchers have made a remarkable discovery about a population of white-faced capuchin monkeys in Panama. These intelligent primates have entered the Stone Age, using stone tools to break nuts and shellfish, making them the fourth type of primates to do so after humans, chimpanzees, and orangutans. The discovery is groundbreaking because it marks the first time that monkeys … [Read more...] about White-Faced Capuchin Monkeys in Panama Enter the Stone Age, Using Stone Tools for Nuts and Shellfish
Monkeys Could Have Created Stone Age Tools in Brazil
Archaeologists are still getting headaches from monkeys cracking nuts 50,000 years ago. According to a new analysis of Stone Age tools in Brazil, the debate over when humans first arrived in the Americas may have been hijacked by some rather handy capuchin monkeys. The study authors concluded that the Pleistocene era artifacts were most likely fashioned by the fuzzy little … [Read more...] about Monkeys Could Have Created Stone Age Tools in Brazil
15 Monkeys Allegedly Died During Brain Implant Testing At Elon Musk’s Company After They Promised To Treat Them “Humanely”
Elon Musk's Neuralink is a neurotechnological company focused on developing brain implant interfaces. They allegedly killed or euthanized 15 of the 23 monkeys used in their experiments. Several animal rights organizations have charged the company with nine violations of the Federal Animal Welfare Act. The University of California, Davis was similarly accused. From 2017 to … [Read more...] about 15 Monkeys Allegedly Died During Brain Implant Testing At Elon Musk’s Company After They Promised To Treat Them “Humanely”
In “Revenge,” Monkeys Massacre “200 Puppies” After Dogs Allegedly Kill An Infant Monkey
Over 200 puppies were allegedly slaughtered in the Indian town of Lavool in "revenge" killings after the dogs allegedly killed an infant monkey. Two simians were discovered in the village grabbing the puppies and transporting them to high spots where they would starve or fall to their deaths. According to India's ANI news, the offenders have subsequently been apprehended and … [Read more...] about In “Revenge,” Monkeys Massacre “200 Puppies” After Dogs Allegedly Kill An Infant Monkey