Visitor effect on the behavior of chimpanzees (pan troglodyte) at a primate rescue center
Sofia Maurer, Miriam Ross, Jose Gil Dolz
This study examines the impact of visitors on chimpanzee behavior at a rescue center, finding no significant increase in abnormal or aggressive behaviors and a slight decrease in affiliative behaviors, suggesting visitor interactions may not harm welfare.
bioRxiv · Sep 21, 2024 · PreprintAnimal Behavior & Cognition