SciShow
Is The Mirror Test Just a Reflection of Human Nature?
The mirror test is supposed to be a way to figure out when an animal is self-aware, but there might be only one particular animal this test works well on: humans.
PBS
From the Fall of Dinos to the Rise of Humans
After taking you on a journey through geologic time, we've arrived at the Cenozoic Era. Most of the mammals and birds that you can think of appeared during this era but perhaps more importantly, the Cenozoic marks the rise of organisms...
Professor Dave Explains
How Genetics Interacts with Biological Anthropology
Once the field of genetics was developed, our understanding of biology was completely transformed. How did this specifically impact the field of anthropology? From Mendel's laws to the Human Genome Project, let's learn about how our...
Curated Video
Exploring the World of Apes and Monkeys: Similarities and Differences
This video provides an informative overview of the differences between apes and monkeys, as well as the distinctions between Old World and New World monkeys. It explores various physical features, such as noses, tails, and hand pads,...
Curated Video
Introduction to Primates: Exploring the Classification and Characteristics
In this video, we explore the fascinating world of primates. From their diverse characteristics to their evolutionary history, we delve into what makes primates unique. Discover how primates, including humans, share common traits such as...
Curated Video
Discovering Lemurs: Unique Primates of Madagascar
This video provides an engaging overview of lemurs, highlighting their unique characteristics such as separate thumbs, binocular vision, and communication through their tails. It also emphasizes the distinctiveness of lemurs being found...
Curated Video
Appendix
A small, tube-like organ in the human body, attached to the start of the large intestine, and which appears to serve no useful function. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images...
Great Big Story
The unique bald uakari, red-faced rainforest resident
Discover the fascinating world of the Bald Uakari monkey, known for its bright red face and arboreal lifestyle in the Amazon, and learn about its conservation status.
Great Big Story
The plight of the cotton top tamarin, a fight for survival
Discover the challenges facing the endangered cotton-top tamarin, from habitat loss to the illegal pet trade, and the efforts to save them.
Curated Video
Why Are Fingers Different Lengths?
Humans do not have equal finger lengths due to the evolutionary advantage it provided our ancestors in gripping and manipulating tools. Around 3 million years ago, our ancestors started using stone tools, which became more refined over...
Great Big Story
The Unique Bald Uakari, Red Faced Rainforest Resident
Discover the fascinating world of the Bald Uakari monkey, known for its bright red face and arboreal lifestyle in the Amazon, and learn about its conservation status.
Great Big Story
The Plight of the Cotton-Top Tamarin, A Fight for Survival
Discover the challenges facing the endangered cotton-top tamarin, from habitat loss to the illegal pet trade, and the efforts to save them.
Curated Video
Love, Adventure, and Orangutans: A Journey of Discovery
The video features the unique story of Alan Willis, a man who traveled the world in search of love through his blog "Are You My Wife?" Despite embarking on 53 dates in 13 countries, he ultimately found love back in London with Claire....
Curated Video
Exploring the World of Monkeys: What They Eat and How They Live
This video provides a fun and informative look at monkeys, highlighting their playful nature, diverse diet, and unique characteristics. From swinging through trees to communicating through facial expressions, monkeys showcase a...
Curated Video
Optimism, Confirmed
Emory University anthropologist and bestselling author Frans de Waal relates how many aspects of his intuitively optimistic view of human and animal nature became confirmed through his many concrete experimental tests.
Curated Video
Testing Morality
Anthropologist Frans de Waal, Emory University, describes how our understanding of altruism and prosocial tendencies have changed considerably over the past few years, both for humans and other primates.
Bizarre Beasts
Is This Weird Animal Our Closest Relative?
Colugos are sometimes called flying lemurs – even though they don’t fly and are not lemurs. But what they really are, is a 200 year old mystery DNA might have just solved.
Curated Video
Why Do Humans Have Fingernails And Toenails?
Human fingernails are actually flattened versions of claws. All primates, including ancient ancestors of humans, had claws that supported their broad fingertips. The broad fingertips helped primates maintain a strong grip around objects,...
Restoration Planet
On the Trail of Rare Primates in Ecuador
For the first episode of the new year, the Restoration Planet team helps track one of the world's rarest primates. Near the coast of Ecuador lies the Pacoche Rainforest, home of the critically endangered Ecuadorian white-fronted...
Curated Video
Primates: A Fascinating Exploration of Chimpanzees and Bonobos
This video provides an overview of primates, focusing on the differences between common chimpanzees and bonobos. It explores their physical characteristics, social structures, communication methods, mating behaviors, and life cycles. The...
Curated Video
Orangutans: Behavior, Communication, and Reproduction
This video provides a comprehensive overview of orangutans, highlighting their distinct appearance, intelligence, communication methods, social behaviors, and reproductive patterns. It explores their habitat, diet, and survival...
Brave Wilderness
CHOMPED by a Tiny Monkey!
On this episode of Base Camp, Coyote talks about the time he got chomped by a tiny monkey and how his hat once saved his life.
Curated Video
Gorillas: Behavior, Social Structure, and Survival
This video provides a comprehensive overview of gorillas, focusing on their habitat, physical characteristics, behaviors, social structure, and reproductive cycle. It highlights their unique traits, such as their large size, herbivorous...
CuriosaMente
¿Cómo evolucionó el Homo sapiens?
¿Cómo llegó a existir el ser humano? ¿Cómo llegamos a convertirnos en lo que somos ahora desde el australopithecus o los primeros primates? Acércate a descrubrir cómo evolucionaron las características que nos hicieron humanos. A lo largo...