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The lecturer argues that the previous understanding of behavior difference between Bonobos and Chimpanzees is misguided. This opposes to the reading passages claim that Bonobos’ behavior is significantly different from that of Chimpanzees’ in its gentle nature.
First, the lecturer mentions that the recent researcher reported the observed result of Bonobos’ violent behavior. To be specific, this researcher saw the Bonobos throwing objects, like branches, at other companions. This contradicts the reading passage’s claim that compared to Chimpanzees, Bonobos are innately peace-loving.
Second, the speaker adds that the Bonobos can be much aggressive to their youngsters as the Chimpanzees are. The fact is that most of young Bonobos are accompanied by their parents or related adults that the chance of the assault by the grown-up Bonobos is rare compared to Chimpanzees. So this rebuffs the reading passage’s claim that Bonobos do not attack their youngster because of their gentle nature.
Lastly, the lecturer assists that like Bonobos, Chimpanzees also favor fruits. However this tendency is curbed by the humans’ exploitation over fruit and Chimpanzees’ diet had to adjust in this kind of circumstances. This rebukes the reading passage’s claim that Chimpanzees are genetically aggressive so they hunt to get prey.
In conclusion, the lecturer contends that the behavior of Bonobos and Chimpanzees is not different to each other with plausible reasons, making the reading passage’s claim weak |