Being top baboon can be very stressful
A study shows that alpha male baboons experience as much stress as the lowest-ranked members of their troop.
Two male baboons prepare to do battle. Fighting off underlings, pursuing females and maintaining one's social status appear to be more stressful for alpha male baboons than researchers had anticipated. (Jeanne Altermann / Science / July 15, 2011)
via latimes.com
I never thought about stress in baboons! This article reveals a lot of interesting facts and findings.
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