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Did siamangs evolve a throat sac for long-distance calls?

šŸ’” The Answer

  • Siamangs possess a throat sac that can inflate to double their head size.
  • This sac amplifies their calls, allowing them to travel up to 3 kilometers through dense forests.
  • The loud duets strengthen pair bonds and defend territories.
  • Both males and females have this adaptation for coordinated vocalization.

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