Abstract
The auditory cortex, located in the superior temporal gyrus, has been studied in squirrel monkeys with respect to its role in detecting species-specific vocalizations. Single neurons tested with selected vocalizations from the species' repertoire have been grouped into seven functional categories. Each category reflects a different level of processing with regard to vocalizations and artificial sounds. It is argued that, while the auditory cortex has the capability to detect and distinguish species-specific vocalizations, the interpretation of their biological significance likely takes place elsewhere.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 98-105 |
Number of pages | 8 |
Journal | Journal of Medical Primatology |
Volume | 7 |
Issue number | 2 |
State | Published - 1978 |
Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Animal Science and Zoology
- General Veterinary