Today’s animal is the Chimpanzee, they are our closest living
relatives with their DNA matching more than 98% of humans!
Location: Africa
Diet: Omnivore
Lifespan: 45 years in the wild
Interesting fact: Chimpanzees are among the smartest animals on the planet, considering how closely their DNA matches a humans it’s not that surprising! However, Chimpanzees are one of the few animals who use tools, but they can also be taught to use some basic sign language.
Lifespan: 45 years in the wild
Interesting fact: Chimpanzees are among the smartest animals on the planet, considering how closely their DNA matches a humans it’s not that surprising! However, Chimpanzees are one of the few animals who use tools, but they can also be taught to use some basic sign language.
Here’s a clip showing a chimpanzee’s problem solving skills!
