Meerkat sunning calls may act as 'vocal grooming' for social bonding

Meerkat sunning calls may act as 'vocal grooming' for social bonding

As the sun rises over the Kalahari Desert, meerkat groups emerge from their burrows and gather closely, turning their bodies toward the warmth of the early light. These quiet morning moments are more than a way to warm up; they offer a revealing glimpse into the social lives of these highly cooperative mammals.