ANTA01H3 Chapter Notes - Chapter 7: Order Of Friars Minor Capuchin, Birmingham City Centre, Canine Tooth
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Very high-ranking females cam dominate the lowest ranking males. In many lemur species the females are the dominant sex. Bonded pairs (indris and gibbons) males and females are co-dominant. Dominance and subordination are indicated by gestures and behaviours. Some of which are universal throughout the primate order, including humans. This gesture repertoire is part of every youngsters learning experience. More time with play groups widens their social interactions. Rough-and-tumble play allow them to learn the strengths and weaknesses or their peers. Universal among animals and includes scent and unintentional, autonomic responses and behaviours that convey meaning. Body posture provides information about an animals emotional state. Raised body hair, enhanced body odour - indicates excitement. Primates have a wide range of gestures, facial expressions and vocalizations, some of which we humans share. A quick yawn to expose canine teeth (baboons and macaques) Bobbing back and forth in a crouched position (patas monkeys)
