Our #study finds that #male #dominance isn't the norm among #primates, and starts to unravel what shapes flexibility in intersexual power paper (OA) https://www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/pnas.2500405122 press release https://www.mpg.de/24986976/0630-evan-beyond-the-alpha-male-150495-x?c=2249
The evolution of male-female dominance relations in primate societies.
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The posts express agreement with the research, noting how it overturns old assumptions about male dominance, and demonstrate active interest through sharing links and summaries. The tone combines curiosity and skepticism, with some posts emphasizing the significance of the findings by calling the study a 'game-changer' and highlighting its challenge to traditional notions like the 'alpha male' myth.
Most discussions acknowledge that the new research challenges traditional views on dominance, with some explicitly supporting the idea that male dominance is less universal than previously thought.
There is a high level of curiosity and engagement with the research, with many posts urging readers to explore the article and share the findings, indicating strong interest.
Posts go beyond mere mentions, referencing specific findings, such as the rarity of alpha males, and discussing implications, reflecting a moderate deep level of engagement.
The discussions suggest that the research could influence perspectives on gender roles and dominance in primate societies, hinting at notable impact within scientific and general communities.
Abstract in brief
- Malefemale dominance relations in primates are highly variable, with roughly half of all contests being between males and females, but males tend to win most of these encounters in less than 20% of populations.
- Female-biased dominance is mostly found in species where females have significant reproductive control, such as in monogamous or arboreal species, and where female competition is intense or reproductive costs are lower.
- Male-biased dominance tends to occur in polygynous, dimorphic, and ground-living species, often relying on physical strength, while females may use alternative strategies like reproductive control to achieve empowerment.]
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Most liked on X and BlueskyMaintenant que vous savez qu'on ne parle que de "ne pas dominer plus de 90% du temps", la conclusion de l'article de France Info va vous étonner. N'hésitez pas à lire le papier d'origine pour vous faire votre avis il est en accès libre : https://t.co/UT7CEPnzQY https://t.co/TsorTf0sRx
One of the most-viewed PNAS articles in the last week is “The evolution of male–female dominance relations in primate societies.” Explore the article here: https://t.co/QkyBCs6clg For more trending articles, visit https://t.co/EpncE6fPWr. https://t.co/6zc8xEUBp8
One of the most-viewed PNAS articles in the last week is “The evolution of male–female dominance relations in primate societies.” Explore the article here: www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/... For more trending articles, visit ow.ly/Me2U50SkLRZ.
Important pieces on female and male dominance in primates at https://t.co/iVdYnnbD5P https://t.co/Dkom16GqcM
La guerra de sexos y la dominancia del macho sobre la hembra sustentada en la evolución natural derruida como un castillo de naipes. Todo un invento para que manden los barbudos The evolution of male–female dominance relations in primate societies | PNAS https://t.co/htFoJTydwa
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Their key paper this summer https://www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/pnas.2500405122
Important pieces on female and male dominance in primates at https://t.co/iVdYnnbD5P https://t.co/Dkom16GqcM
RT @BlausteinMatias: El trabajo se puede ver en: https://t.co/JJil9SXZru
El trabajo se puede ver en: https://t.co/JJil9SXZru
One of the most-viewed PNAS articles in the last week is “The evolution of male–female dominance relations in primate societies.” Explore the article here: www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/... For more trending articles, visit ow.ly/Me2U50SkLRZ.
The myth of the alpha male. https://t.co/Q5P9hWzBu6 https://t.co/5LNaC3huxE
The myth of the alpha male. https://t.co/5LNaC3huxE
@CriosAdriao @Metropoles A notícia baseia-se em artigo da DW Brasil (14/07/2025), que cita estudo no PNAS: "The evolution of male–female dominance relations in primate societies", autores E.H., P.M.K., N.S., C.F., D.L., publicado em 07/07/2025, DOI: 10.1073/pnas.2500405122. Bibliografia principal
RT @PNASNews: One of the most-viewed PNAS articles in the last week is “The evolution of male–female dominance relations in primate societi…
RT @PNASNews: One of the most-viewed PNAS articles in the last week is “The evolution of male–female dominance relations in primate societi…
RT @PNASNews: One of the most-viewed PNAS articles in the last week is “The evolution of male–female dominance relations in primate societi…
The evolution of male–female dominance relations in primate societies | PNAS https://t.co/Y5482r5hle
RT @PNASNews: One of the most-viewed PNAS articles in the last week is “The evolution of male–female dominance relations in primate societi…
RT @PNASNews: One of the most-viewed PNAS articles in the last week is “The evolution of male–female dominance relations in primate societi…
One of the most-viewed PNAS articles in the last week is “The evolution of male–female dominance relations in primate societies.” Explore the article here: https://t.co/QkyBCs6clg For more trending articles, visit https://t.co/EpncE6fPWr. https://t.co/6zc8xEUBp8
The evolution of male–female dominance relations in primate societies https://www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/pnas.2500405122 Males were long believed to dominate females socially in most primates. Recent studies have challenged this perspective, paving the way for a more comprehensive exploration of […]
Alpha males are surprisingly rare among primates https://theconversation.com/alpha-males-are-surprisingly-rare-among-primates-new-research-260472 Original research paper here https://www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/pnas.2500405122
RT @glopllu69: La guerra de sexos y la dominancia del macho sobre la hembra sustentada en la evolución natural derruida como un castillo de…
La guerra de sexos y la dominancia del macho sobre la hembra sustentada en la evolución natural derruida como un castillo de naipes. Todo un invento para que manden los barbudos The evolution of male–female dominance relations in primate societies | PNAS www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/...
La guerra de sexos y la dominancia del macho sobre la hembra sustentada en la evolución natural derruida como un castillo de naipes. Todo un invento para que manden los barbudos The evolution of male–female dominance relations in primate societies | PNAS https://t.co/htFoJTydwa
Interesting results supporting a more balanced interpretation: The evolution of male–female dominance relations in primate societies | PNAS www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/...
Pour consulter l'étude (en anglais): https://t.co/tccZzHnGa1 Un mythe, le «mâle alpha»? https://t.co/mWKl5booEi @LeDevoir
L'étude de Huchard et al. (2025) est également disponible ici : The evolution of male–female dominance relations in primate societies www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/...
Il "maschio alfa” è solo un mito, secondo un nuovo studio Il dominio dei maschi tra i primati sarebbe un'idea preconcetta. Lo dimostra uno studio scientifico effettuato su 253 popolazioni di primati. https://t.co/RuUrsVwVPh
Historically it was assumed that males dominate females socially in most mammals. However recent studies reveal significant variation within and among species opening new possibilities to explore the extent and drivers of sex biases in dominance relations https://t.co/6I5x8LsFJ8
The evolution of male–female dominance relations in primate societies | PNAS https://t.co/h9bbxRWhBz
The #evolution of male-female dominance relations in primate societies PubMed
RT @johnthejack: The evolution of male–female dominance relations in primate societies https://t.co/FYnMC6GQVp https://t.co/mCiI6GJnEm
The evolution of male–female dominance relations in primate societies https://t.co/FYnMC6GQVp https://t.co/mCiI6GJnEm
The evolution of male–female dominance relations in primate societies www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/...
The evolution of male–female dominance relations in primate societies - Elise Huchard et al. in @pnas.org Juillet 2025 www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/...
Our #study finds that #male #dominance isn't the norm among #primates, and starts to unravel what shapes flexibility in intersexual power paper (OA) https://www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/pnas.2500405122 press release https://www.mpg.de/24986976/0630-evan-beyond-the-alpha-male-150495-x?c=2249
The evolution of male–female dominance relations in primate societies https://t.co/1tkvtkJPV8
Maintenant que vous savez qu'on ne parle que de "ne pas dominer plus de 90% du temps", la conclusion de l'article de France Info va vous étonner. N'hésitez pas à lire le papier d'origine pour vous faire votre avis il est en accès libre : https://t.co/UT7CEPnzQY https://t.co/TsorTf0sRx
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The evolution of male–female dominance relations in primate societies | PNAS
@npopravka @franceinfo J'avais déjà cherché, j'en avais pas vu. Càd j'avais vu que le seul lien présent n'était PAS un lien vers l'article. Mais c'est un communiqué qui, lui, donne le lien de l'article, my bad. https://t.co/YgvUFQr4a8