Snow Monkeys: The Importance of Play

PBS Learning Media
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PBS Learning Media
Resource Type
Classroom Material
Keywords
Nature snow monkey primate juvenile fighting behavior play social hierarchy
Subjects
Science
Grade Levels
Grade 6 Grade 7 Grade 8 Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12
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Snow Monkeys: The Importance of Play

In this video from the PBS series NATURE, a gang of juvenile snow monkeys plays King of the Mountain. Play fighting is how young monkeys test their strengths and weaknesses, sorting out a delicate balance of power.

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PBS Learning Media

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