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The article explores the hypothesis that human kissing may have originated from a fur grooming ritual observed in great apes. Evolutionary psychologist Adriano Lameira suggests that the act of kissing evolved from the last step of grooming, where the groomer would latch on with its lips. This behavior, which may have started over 7 million years ago, persisted as a symbol of affection even after the need for grooming decreased. The study highlights the importance of understanding the evolutionary roots of human behaviors and rituals. [Extracted from the article] |
