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ArticleBody:With their long, bulbous, and droopy noses, male proboscis monkeys are often listed among Earth’s ugliest animals. The noses of these endangered primates endemic to the island of Borneo in southeast Asia may be equipped with several benefits. They could play a role in attracting potential female mates. The findings are described in a study published May 23 in the journal Scientific Reports.
“Being able to emit louder and deeper calls thanks to a longer and larger nasal cavity helps male monkeys to assert their health and dominance,” study co-author and Australian National University biological anthropologist Katharine Balolia said in a statement. “This helps the male monkeys attract females and ward off other males. More females to mate with, generally means more chances to father more offspring.
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