Chimpanzees Steal Less From Friends, Suggesting Roots of Fairness Norms

Chimpanzees Steal Less From Friends, Suggesting Roots of Fairness Norms

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This discovery highlights that chimpanzees tend to steal less often from their friends, even when presented with desirable food like pineapple. The finding may provide insights into the evolutionary origins of human social norms related to fairness and friendship.

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