Many primates display sexual dimorphism. Here, please define sexual dimorphism and provide at least 3 examples of sexually dimorphic traits in primates and how/why they evolved (hint: think about primate social groups and diet).
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Sexual dimorphism refers to differences between adults and adolescents with regard to sexual behavior. is particularly pronounced in all primate species. refers to differences between the sexes with regard to features such as body size. is more common in arboreal species. has not been observed in ANY monkey.
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