Nest-building is an often-overlooked behavior in great apes, but for arboreal species, a well-built nest is essential to survival. Nests are responsible for keeping apes safe from predators, helping ...

Young orangutans master the art of building intricate treetop nests not by instinct alone, but by closely watching their mothers and peers. Researchers tracking wild Sumatran orangutans over 17 years ...

It is spring in the northern hemisphere and birds initiate the remarkable architectural feat of building a home for the young. How is this accomplished? Hormones and Getting in the Mood Much of the ...

Nest-building is an often-overlooked behaviour in great apes, but for arboreal species, a well-built nest is essential to survival. Nests are responsible for keeping apes safe from predators, helping ...