Complex sentence: The status of the alpha is sometimes achieved by means of superior physical prowess; however, in certain highly social species such as the bonobo, a contender can use more indirect methods, such as political alliances, to oust the ruling alpha and take their place.
Split into simpler sentences: The status of the alpha is sometimes achieved by means of superior physical prowess. Certain highly social species such as the bonobo, a contender can use more indirect methods, such as political alliances, to oust the ruling alpha and take their place.