Sex and Violence Among the Apes - Global Problems of Population Growth

Explore the complex social and sexual behaviors of great apes in this 73-minute lecture from Yale University's "Global Problems of Population Growth" course. Delve into the dominance hierarchies, mating strategies, and inter-group violence of chimpanzees, comparing their behaviors to those of orangutans, bonobos, and humans. Examine how competition for resources and mates drives both intra-group and inter-group conflicts among chimpanzees, and consider the evolutionary implications of these behaviors. Learn about Jane Goodall's groundbreaking research on chimpanzee violence and gain insights into the similarities between human and chimpanzee social structures. The lecture covers topics such as male dominance, female coercion, reproductive strategies, and the balance between group cohesion and individual mating opportunities in primate societies.