Great Apes kiss and cuddle to keep the peace, says study
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A study of chimpanzees and bonobos found that they engage in physical contact such as kissing, hugging, and touching to reassure each other before stressful events like feeding. This behavior helps build trust and reduce conflict, with more tolerant groups showing higher levels of reassuring touch. Researchers suggest this may be an ancient way of building cooperation and social bonds.
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