1 hour ago · Global
Orangutans prefer food associated with sounds of laughter, study suggests
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SignalsMonitor is following this as a general story. The Guardian UK is the outlet attached so far. The reports are tied to Global. The first report grouped here was at 21 Oct 2026, 21:00 UTC. The headline in use is “Orangutans prefer food associated with sounds of laughter, study suggests”. This note is SignalsMonitor's own briefing, not the publisher's article.
What we know
Apes in study more likely to choose treats linked to sound of peers having fun, suggesting emotions influence learning Orangutans base their food choices on whether others appear to be having a good time, research suggests. Scientists studying captive orangutans have found that when the great apes heard the sound…
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Orangutans prefer food associated with sounds of laughter, study suggests
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