Chimpanzees

• The chimpanzees was the main animal that benefited from Jane’s research
• Chimpanzees share 99% of the same DNA as humans
• Chimpanzees can give humans blood transfusions
• Chimpanzees are the closest form of human life that has ever been researched
• Chimpanzees can learn sign language to communicate
• One of the chimpanzee’s favorite things to eat are termites
• Chimpanzees also hunt for meat
• Chimpanzees can have twins
• There have been known wars in the chimpanzee society
• These animals can make tools and use them, just like humans
• Chimpanzees are very curious and creative
• Jane Goodall was able to become friends with the chimpanzees
• Some chimpanzees are put into captivity and can be viewed at zoos

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