Bonobos are our closest relatives in the animal kingdom, sharing about 98.7 per cent of our DNA - and it seem they have picked up a few human-like characteristics along the way.A new study has revealed that the apes produce high-pitched 'baby-like' cries when they are attacked, in order to attract comfort from others.These displays of distress are strategic, increasing their chances of receiving consolation from bonobo bystanders, scientists claim.
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