Observational social learning of "know-how" and "know-what" in wild orangutans: evidence from nest-building skill acquisition
Andrea Permana, Junaidi Jaka Permana, Lara Nellissen, Eggi Septian Prayogi, Didik Prasetyo, Serge A. Wich, Carel P. van Schaik, Caroline Schuppli
This study shows wild orangutans learn nest-building skills through observational social learning, with selective attention to 'know-how' and transmission of 'know-what' information.
Communications Biology · Jun 7, 2025Peer-reviewedAnimal Behavior & Cognition