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Bonobo Matriarch


 

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Bonobo Matriarch
The bonobo, previously called the pygmy chimpanzee is a great ape and one of the two species making up the genus Pan; the other is Pan troglodytes, or the common chimpanzee. The bonobo is popularly known for its high levels of sexual behavior. Bonobos are perceived to be matriarchal; females tend to collectively dominate males by forming alliances and use sexuality to control males. A male's rank in the social hierarchy is often determined by his mother's rank.

There is no concrete data on population numbers, but the estimate is between 29,500 and 50,000 individuals. The species is listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List and is threatened by habitat destruction and human population growth and movement, though commercial poaching is the most prominent threat. It typically lives 40 years in captivity, though its lifespan in the wild is unknown.
This is the first time I have been able to photograph these apes.

Kathy Salerni

  
 
 

Anthony G. Comella 		 

Terrific viewing - magnificent primate!!


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October 15, 2012

 

Tammy Espino 		  Wonderful capture and information :)


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October 15, 2012

 

frank w. degenhardt 		  I love the read you gave us, so interesting and informative. Adds to the understanding of the picture. Looks like this one has some things on its mind and seems to be going over it. Love the way you bring them alive to us in character, pose, and expression my friend.


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October 16, 2012

 

Carol L. Fowler 		  He looks so down in the dumps. Excellent expressive capture


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October 16, 2012

 
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Terry Cervi's Gallery 		  What a great face! This is outstanding, Kathy!


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October 16, 2012

 

Carol A. Grady 		  Fantastic capture Kathy. The focus you put on the the face just draws the viewer in, trying to figure out the emotion behind the look.

Well done!


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October 18, 2012

 
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Patrick Rouzes's Gallery 		  The tones, textures, clarity, expression & profile are superb, Kathy! Amazing close up, indeed!


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October 18, 2012

 

Ellen Hodges 		  Absolutely superb capture, Kathy!!! He seems very aware of you, too!! Fantastic detail and exposure!!


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October 22, 2012

 
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