Ancient Roman officers may have kept pet monkeys to highlight their status
Phys.org • 12/10/2025 – 12/14/2025
Summary
Analysis of 35 monkey burials in an ancient animal cemetery in Berenike, Egypt, suggests that military officers in ancient Rome may have kept pet monkeys to signify their status, according to Phys.org. This practice was part of a broader trend among elites to display wealth through various means, including luxury goods and extravagant constructions.
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