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First human-monkey embryos created – a small step towards a huge ethical problem

We believe monkeys to have lower moral status than humans; but what about human-monkey chimeras?

Himachal farmers now poisoning monkeys

Farmers have confirmed this development, which means the whole issue takes an entirely new dimension

Everything you need to know about the man-animal conflict

What makes animals stray into human habitations? With the Centre permitting states to cull animals declared as vermin, we explore some of the …

Chimp's aid

Chimps are not victimised by AIDS because a lethal sickness has made their immune system resistant to the disease

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Two viruses from the infamous retrovirus family found

The macaque monkeys of Mauritius: an invasive alien species, and a major export for research

Feral macaques in Mauritius are a formidably harmful invasive alien species, destructive to many animal and plant species which are heading …

Primates are facing an impending extinction crisis - but we know very little about what will actually protect them

By adopting an evidence-based approach to the conservation of primates, we can ensure they continue to enchant us in the future

Five new species of ‘flying’ monkeys identified

Study shows Brazil has the highest number of saki monkeys, an indicator of health of tropical forest systems

What locust attack? Great Indian Bustards make a meal of pests, reproduce more

However, the population could drop again after the locust invasion gets over, experts say