It seems like it's somewhat symbiotic in that the adolescent macaques derive sexual pleasure/"practice" from the interaction while the deer have parasites cleaned off them.
Also, as they mentioned, it will be interesting if this behavior persists and becomes integrated into their culture or will be forgotten.
On a side note, do the researchers seem to share an uncomfortable photo there, or is that just my misinterpretation?
Also, as they mentioned, it will be interesting if this behavior persists and becomes integrated into their culture or will be forgotten.
On a side note, do the researchers seem to share an uncomfortable photo there, or is that just my misinterpretation?