#chimpanzees

#chimpanzees

Fifteen years ago in a sanctuary in Zambia, inspiration struck a chimpanzee named Julie, who introduced the behavior of placing grass in her ear, leading to cultural tradition within her group.

Freymann and her colleagues uncovered evidence that chimpanzees in Budongo Forest practice self-medication and first aid on themselves and others, raising questions about their empathy.

Chimpanzees drum with regular rhythm, indicating an ancient communication method shared with humans, showcasing the deep evolutionary roots of rhythmic expression.

"Right off the bat, they were just enamored with the ladies in the group," says Rana Smith, highlighting the new social dynamics at Chimp Haven for Al and Kamaka.

The research highlights how both bonobos and chimpanzees use sexual behavior not just for reproduction, but as a means of conflict resolution and social bonding.

Onishi's study observed that chimpanzees often urinate in synchrony, raising intriguing questions about the social functions of this behavior, typically overlooked for a long time.