Apr 04, 2025
Why Monkeys Are Better At Yodelling Than Humans
Monkeys have specialized tissue in their larynx, enhancing their communication abilities.
Other primates and ancient human ancestors likely shared this unique vocal tissue.
Humans evolved to lose these membranes for clearer, more precise speech.
Streamlined human larynx allows intelligible speech, unlike primates with additional vocal structures.
Study used sensors and computer modeling to analyze monkeys' yodeling capabilities.
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