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Observation 41 , Apr. 6 , 1933. A subgrouping consisting of a male , female , and
infant 3 was observed . From the positions and spacing , I inferred that the female
was in a state of oestrus . Within a short time she displayed provocative ...
Observation 41 , Apr. 6 , 1933. A subgrouping consisting of a male , female , and
infant 3 was observed . From the positions and spacing , I inferred that the female
was in a state of oestrus . Within a short time she displayed provocative ...
Page 92
Once I observed two males respond almost simultaneously to the lingual
gestures of a female ( see observation 35 ) . The one which arrived first copulated
with her almost immediately and remained a close consort for many hours .
Once I observed two males respond almost simultaneously to the lingual
gestures of a female ( see observation 35 ) . The one which arrived first copulated
with her almost immediately and remained a close consort for many hours .
Page 100
The following observations are selected from those made on solitary animals :
Observation 53 , Jan. 6 , 1932 , near Pearson 1. This solitary male was observed
for several hours . He was normally active in climbing and jumping as well as in ...
The following observations are selected from those made on solitary animals :
Observation 53 , Jan. 6 , 1932 , near Pearson 1. This solitary male was observed
for several hours . He was normally active in climbing and jumping as well as in ...
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