Geladas' Vocalizations and Communication

Geladas are highly vocal primates with a unique call known as a wobble, which is more complex than typical primate sounds. Unlike other species that use lip-smacking for familiarity, geladas are the only non-human primates capable of producing complex mouth movements and vocalizing simultaneously, making their communication the closest to human speech in the animal kingdom.

What is the unique vocal call of geladas known as?

• Wobble

• Chatter

• Whistle

• Roar

How do geladas differ from other species in showing familiarity?

• Through eye contact

• By using body language

• By making complex mouth movements while vocalizing

• Through hand gestures

Which non-human primate is capable of making complex mouth movements while vocalizing?

• Orangutans

• Chimpanzees

• Gorillas

• Geladas

What makes geladas' vocalization similar to human speech?

• Their use of lip-smacking

• Their loud volume

• Their complex mouth movements and vocalization

• Their ability to mimic human words

In the natural world, which primate's vocalization is closest to human speech?

• Geladas

• Bonobos

• Gibbons

• Macaques