This is how chimps died in Uganda
Rhinovirus C is one of three rhinovirus species, each causing respiratory disease in humans. But rhinovirus C is notably more severe than its relatives, rhinoviruses A and B.
Even chimps can use tools flawlessly
Researchers have looked for the spontaneous re-occurrence of a tool-use behaviour practiced in wild chimpanzees where sticks are used to scoop algae from the top of water surfaces.
Sep 30, 2017, 13:24 PM IST
Chimp mother filmed cleaning dead son's teeth for first time – Watch emotional video
Researchers, including those from University of St Andrews in the UK, filmed a female chimpanzee sitting down near the dead body of a young male, selecting a firm stem of grass, and intently removing debris from his teeth – hinting that animals, like humans, too have mortuary practices.
Mar 20, 2017, 14:40 PM IST
Truth unfurled! Female chimps don't fight for rank as males
While male chimpanzees actively challenge their superiors to win higher rank, females accept their position in the social pecking order, waiting until more senior group members die before moving up the ladder, new research has found.
Oct 16, 2016, 08:55 AM IST
Unbelievable: Chimps shop like we do!
In a research conducted at Dartmouth College in the US, researchers have arrived at a conclusion that chimps too use their sensory powers to evaluate and choose figs.
Apr 22, 2016, 18:15 PM IST
Young female chimps smarter than males
Researchers found that male chimpanzees showed higher object manipulation rates than females.
Oct 08, 2015, 17:58 PM IST
Chimps, like humans, remember movie scenes
Humans may not be unique in their ability to remember sequence of events in films, according to a new study that found chimps and bonobos can recall movie scenes and anticipate what takes place next.
Sep 18, 2015, 13:49 PM IST
