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Manhattan's little, quieter island and beyond

Stories that matter, from the heart of the East River.

RI DAILY

Manhattan's little, quieter island and beyond

Reporting Roosevelt Island since sunrise.

animal social behavior

Beyond Words: Now Connecting with Animals Through Emotion

The traditional approach to measuring animal intelligence, based on human language skills, may be flawed in a world driven by emotion. Words may not capture the depth of animals’ emotional lives and thought processes. Prioritizing emotional connection over verbal communication can unlock a deeper understanding of our animal companions, bridging the gap between humans and other creatures.

How to Safely Deal With Wild Animals in NYC

So, there’s a bat in your apartment. Or a racoon on your fire escape. Or a dolphin on the beach. Who’re you going to call? By Katie Honan Nov 27 5:00am EST There are more than 8 million humans in…

The puzzle of play

  The purpose of play — for children, monkeys, rats or meerkats — has proved surprisingly hard to pin down. Scientists continue to toss around ideas. By Chris Woolston 3.30.2021 Anyone who has ever chucked a tennis ball in the…

Japan’s monkeys wash their potatoes and ride deer like horses

Primatologists want the public to know more about Japanese macaques, so they’re writing a book to show off the monkeys’ sometimes quirky behavior.Conducting research in Japan, French primatologists Cédric Sueur and Marie Pelé were surprised that, in a country where monkeys and humans live…