primate
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In fact, Mr. Lefebvre notes many striking similarities between avian and primate intelligence.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026
An average primate also has a much tougher time than an average bird adapting to cities, the most complex environments on earth.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026
The reason goes back millions of years—to our primate ancestors.
From Slate • Jan. 25, 2026
It is the only non-human primate in the top group and usually gives birth to twins or triplets, resulting in a full sibling rate of nearly 78%.
From Science Daily • Jan. 22, 2026
Similar upper body structure to an ape, but bigger than any primate Butler had ever seen.
From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer
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