| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10970806 | Animal Behaviour | 2012 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
⺠We investigated the effects of testosterone (T) on different forms of male chimpanzee aggression. ⺠Male chimpanzee T levels increased before and during territorial patrols. ⺠In contrast, T concentrations decreased when males hunted and shared meat with others. ⺠The relationship between T and territorial behaviour is consistent with the challenge hypothesis. ⺠We hypothesize that the tolerance engendered while meat sharing explains the low T levels during hunts.
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Authors
Marissa E. Sobolewski, Janine L. Brown, John C. Mitani,