Small chimps, big risks: What chimps show us about our own behavior

The riskiest behavior in humans peaks in adolescence. Researchers from the University of Michigan and James Madison ...

Risks young chimps take as they swing through the trees underscore role of protective parenting in humans

The youngest chimpanzees are the biggest risk-takers. Would humans show the same pattern if adults weren’t keeping such a ...
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Wild chimp babies bond with their moms in human-like ways

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Chimpanzees are our closest primate relatives, sharing 99 percent of ...
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Chimpanzees pick up communication styles from their moms, not their dads

Human communication is a complex weave of words and gestures — a mix of vocal and visual signals. "People use vocal and visual communication in a very rich and combined way," says Joseph Mine, a ...