Survival, mating and rearing strategies in the evolution of primate social structure

This paper discusses the bearing of variations in certain aspects of social structure on the survival and reproductive success of individuals. Possible factors limiting the female’s litter size and frequency are discussed. The consequences of the male’s ability to sire and look after several litters...

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Main Authors: Goss-Custard, JD, Dunbar, RIM, Aldrich-Blake, FP
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: Brill 1972