There are six different species of baboons. Scientists have found that certain species of baboons are more aggressive than others. However, when push comes to shove, every species of baboon can be ...

Maybe the reason we’re so charmed by examples of inter-species care and affection is because we’re a species of animal that finds other animals a constant source of entertainment and delight. We see a ...

Meet Moja, a Hamadryas baboon at the Phoenix Zoo who is celebrating his 24th birthday today. And how, you may ask, does a baboon celebrate his birthday? Nutrition Services made ice treats and "cookies ...

ASHEBORO, N.C. — The North Carolina Zoo held the grand opening of the long-awaited, renovated baboon habitat on Tuesday. The baboon "band" has been living behind the scenes on zoo grounds during the ...

A new study shows there is a high cost of parenthood, quantifying the 10% “longevity tax” on reproduction. Consequently, mammals that have fewer or no offspring tend to live longer. But why does ...

A surprising new study has found that blocking reproduction in some mammals may increase their life expectancy by an average ...

In one of the most widely read posts on the Animals and Us blog (here), I discussed whether a troop of hamadryas baboons living in a garbage dump at Taif, Saudi Arabia kidnap puppies and raise them as ...

Some animal societies are ruled by despots with an iron fist, while others seem naturally egalitarian – and they all have ...

Animal rights activist Margaret Jacobsohn has expressed support for the killing of three baboons in Windhoek's Goreangab area last week.This comes after years of complaints from residents over attacks ...