Male baboons live longer when they have female friends

Male baboons live longer when they have female friends, according to a new study from Duke University. The researchers found that strong social bonds between members of the  opposite sex were linked to higher survival rates. While it is easy to assume that males are friendly with certain females for reproductive benefits, the new findings suggest that having female friends may give males a better chance at survival.   Among humans, previous studies have shown that making and keeping friends can be as important for longevity as losing …