Christian Orr

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New research shows that food sharing in chimps raises oxytocin levels more than grooming does. This is evidence, perhaps, for the truth of the maxim “The way to your lover’s heart is through her stomach” (and perhaps a window on the Eurasian jay’s attention to his mate’s appetites). In humans, oxytocin has been shown to reduce anxiety and promote trust, empathy, and sensitivity.
The Genius of Birds
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