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Author | Arnold, K.; Zuberbuhler, K. | ||||
Title | Language evolution: semantic combinations in primate calls | Type | Journal Article | ||
Year | 2006 | Publication | Nature | Abbreviated Journal | Nature |
Volume | 441 | Issue | 7091 | Pages | 303 |
Keywords | Animal Migration; Animals; Eagles/physiology; *Evolution; Female; Haplorhini/*physiology; Male; Predatory Behavior; *Semantics; *Vocalization, Animal | ||||
Abstract | Syntax sets human language apart from other natural communication systems, although its evolutionary origins are obscure. Here we show that free-ranging putty-nosed monkeys combine two vocalizations into different call sequences that are linked to specific external events, such as the presence of a predator and the imminent movement of the group. Our findings indicate that non-human primates can combine calls into higher-order sequences that have a particular meaning. | ||||
Address | School of Psychology, University of St Andrews, St Andrews KY16 9JP, UK | ||||
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Language | English | Summary Language | Original Title | ||
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ISSN | 1476-4687 | ISBN | Medium | ||
Area | Expedition | Conference | |||
Notes | PMID:16710411 | Approved | no | ||
Call Number | refbase @ user @ | Serial | 354 | ||
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