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Are alpha males real?

The concept of the alpha male was first suggested in 1970 to explain the organization of wolves in a pack. But wildlife ...
Alpha males are often seen as natural leaders and have certain traits that set them apart. They're intriguing, exude ...
Observations of “alpha male” behavior among apes — including some of humans’ closest relatives in the animal kingdom — have helped shape the archetype of the dominant male into a controversial ...
DURHAM, N.C. -- A few things come to mind when we imagine the “alpha male” type. They’re the ones calling the shots, who get all the girls. But there’s a downside to being a strong and powerful alpha ...