A study reveals that female baboons benefit from strong relationships with their fathers during early life, leading to increased longevity. Conducted on 216 females in Kenya, the research confirms that increased interactions, such as grooming and cohabitation, with fathers can add two to four years to their adult lives. In comparison to humans, where paternal involvement is more substantial, the findings suggest that minimal input may still have significant benefits, indicating a need to reevaluate the role of male baboons in child-rearing and its implications for health and survival.
Female baboons who enjoyed stronger relationships with fathers in their early years lived longer than those with weaker paternal bonds.
The research displayed that even minimal paternal involvement in baboon childcare can significantly affect female offspring longevity.
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