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Two chimps, one grooming the other on the chin
Chimps Appear to Treat Others' Wounds Using Insects
The practice, which hasn’t been previously observed among nonhuman animals, may be a display of empathy. 
Chimps Appear to Treat Others' Wounds Using Insects
Chimps Appear to Treat Others' Wounds Using Insects

The practice, which hasn’t been previously observed among nonhuman animals, may be a display of empathy. 

The practice, which hasn’t been previously observed among nonhuman animals, may be a display of empathy. 

chimpanzee, animal behavior

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One chimpanzee has its hand on the ear of another, as it peers onto the back of its neck. A third chimpanzee is in the background.
Chimp Groups Have Their Own Distinct “Handshakes”
Robin Donovan | Jun 18, 2021 | 4 min read
A 12-year study shows variation among primate groups in how the animals clasp hands during grooming, but consistency within them, even as group membership shifts over time.
Human Presence Influences Chimpsā€™ Hunting Habits
Diana Kwon | Jun 26, 2017 | 1 min read
Researchers find differences in predatory behavior between a long-observed chimp tribe and a recently habituated one. 
Companionship May Help Chimps Chill Out
Joshua A. Krisch | Nov 2, 2016 | 2 min read
Study suggests chimpanzees get by with a little help from their primate pals.
Speaking of Science
The Scientist | Jul 1, 2015 | 2 min read
July 2015's selection of notable quotes
Behavior Brief
Jenny Rood | Apr 8, 2015 | 6 min read
A round-up of recent discoveries in behavior research
Aping Language
Jenny Rood | Feb 6, 2015 | 2 min read
Chimpanzees can learn “words” for objects, a study suggests.
TS Live: Handy Apes
Bob Grant | Aug 31, 2014 | 1 min read
Studying handedness in chimps may shed light on the mysterious trait in humans.
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