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After years of violence forced scientists to abandon Nigeria's largest park, local trackers stayed behind to protect endangered chimps. Now, 180 new rangers have returned, and camera traps are revealing chimpanzee groups no one knew existed.
A captive chimp in Japan has been tearing up floorboards and using them to drum in structured, rhythmic patterns while vocalizing. Scientists say his behavior may reveal how music evolved from emotional expression.
A Swiss Brown cow in Austria has become the first of her species ever recorded using tools, wielding a brush to scratch different parts of her body with surprising precision. Scientists say her ability to use one tool for multiple purposes has only been convincingly documented in chimpanzees outside of humans.
A massive railway project in Guinea is cutting through forests home to West Africa's largest population of endangered western chimpanzees. The Simandou corridor, built to transport untapped iron ore, is fragmenting vital habitat and pushing wildlife into isolated pockets.
Chimpanzees at a Spanish rescue center couldn't resist shiny crystals, carefully examining them for hours and hiding them in their beds. The discovery hints that our love of gems and precious stones might stretch back millions of years in our evolutionary history.
Scientists just returned from remote West Africa with breakthrough findings about wild chimpanzees who've been throwing rocks at specific trees for over a decade. This rare cultural behavior could reveal how our human ancestors developed complex communication and tool use.
Scientists in Spain discovered that chimpanzees can identify and become fascinated by crystals, just like early humans did 780,000 years ago. This finding suggests our attraction to these shiny stones has deep evolutionary roots we share with our closest relatives.
Dozens of chimpanzees who spent decades in laboratory cages are now building nests in trees and thriving on sanctuary islands in Liberia. For 11 years, a dedicated team has given these remarkable primates a second chance at freedom.
A pet cow in Austria has become the first of her species documented using tools with purpose and flexibility, choosing different parts of a brush to scratch different body areas. The discovery is challenging long-held assumptions about cattle intelligence and expanding our understanding of which animals can use tools.
Scientists discovered that chimpanzees cooperate more effectively to manage shared resources when working in larger groups with tolerant leaders. The findings offer surprising insights into sustainable cooperation that may help us understand human behavior.
In 1960, Jane Goodall watched chimps use grass stems as tools to fish termites from mounds, shaking the scientific world's understanding of humanity. Her discovery sparked a revolution in how we view intelligence, culture, and our closest animal relatives. --- ##
Scientists observing chimpanzees in Uganda's Kibale Forest have documented remarkable behavior: the primates deliberately seek out specific plants to treat illnesses, boost energy, and maintain reproductive health. This ancient practice of animal self-medication is revealing insights that could benefit human medicine.
Scientists discovered bonobos are just as aggressive as chimpanzees, but with a fascinating twist: females lead the charge against males. This groundbreaking research reveals how female solidarity shapes bonobo society in unexpected ways.
Uganda's latest wildlife report reveals major wins for conservation, with buffalo populations surging 29% and chimpanzees rebounding 20%. While some species face challenges, the overall trend shows that sustained protection efforts are working across the country's parks and reserves.
Bumblebees just aced a problem-solving challenge that once proved chimpanzee intelligence, joining an elite group of brainy species. These tiny insects figured out how to use a ball as a tool to reach an out-of-reach reward, stunning scientists who say it's time we recognize insect brains.
A pet cow named Veronika has become the first bovine documented using tools with chimpanzee-level sophistication, challenging everything we thought we knew about farm animal intelligence. Her story suggests cows might be far smarter than we ever imagined when given the chance to thrive.
Our closest animal relatives organize their social lives just like we do, with best friends and wider networks of acquaintances. New research reveals how evolution shaped the way we all connect.
An ape sanctuary in Congo has isolated 200 rescued primates and their caretakers as an Ebola outbreak spreads nearby. Fifteen staff members have voluntarily locked themselves inside with the animals, disinfecting everything from food to bedding materials to keep the apes safe.
Dr. Birutė Galdikas spent nearly 50 years studying orangutans in Borneo when everyone said it was impossible, transforming how we understand great apes. Her legacy, alongside fellow "Trimates" Jane Goodall and Dian Fossey, inspired generations of scientists and conservationists worldwide.
A conservation expert who spent decades studying West Africa's biodiversity says Liberia has exceptional potential to access forest financing thanks to its vast unexplored rainforests. The country now protects critically endangered species while creating jobs for local communities, especially women.
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