Female mountain gorillas show a preference for familiar companions when considering a move to a new social group. The study reveals that they favor groups with females they have lived with for five or more years, or those they have seen in the last two years. Contrary to previous assumptions, female gorillas appear to invest in social bonds despite potential future dispersals. Extensive observations over decades have provided insights into their social dynamics, revealing a distinct approach in moving compared to male gorillas, who tend to become solitary during dispersal.
Female gorillas strongly prefer to join groups that include females they have known for at least five years or have seen in the last two years.
It's often assumed that female gorillas will not invest much time in social relationships due to the likelihood of dispersal, yet these relationships seem to matter even after years apart.
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