Baby chimpanzees like to free fall through trees
Chimp infants are three times more likely to take risks than adults. Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Given the many similarities between humans and chimpanzees, one might assume that both species similarly engage in risky behavior within the same age range. However, according to a study recently published in the journal, it turns out that in chimps, it's the infants you have to watch out for. After studying videos of 119 wild chimpanzees, researchers found that chimpanzees' risky behavior peaks in their infancy, and then lessens as they get older.
Jan-17-2026, 15:08:00 GMT
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