1960

Goodall saw a chimp eating a dead animal. This was proof that chimps eat meat.

1960

Goodall saw the same chimp making and using a tool to find and eat termites.

1964

A chimp named Figan “kidnapped” a chimp named Flint to get the other chimps to follow him to a new place.

1964

A chimp named Mike used some cans to create a noise. He scared other chimps away.

1970

The sight of a waterfall inspired the chimps to dance with joy.

1974

A “war” broke out between two groups of chimps. The war lasted for four years.

1975

Figan became a strong leader because he had his brother Faben’s support.

1987

After three‑year-old Mel’s mother died, he was “adopted” by a chimp called Spindle.

1994

One chimp used twigs to catch ants. She taught this skill to others.

1995

Chimps may eat certain leaves if they have an upset stomach.