All About Chimpanzees
Jane Goodall studied chimps in the wild. She learned a lot about them. Here are some of the discoveries she made.
1960
Eating Meat
Goodall saw a chimp eating a dead animal. This was proof that chimps eat meat.
1960
Toolmaking
Goodall saw the same chimp making and using a tool to find and eat termites.
1964
Planning
A chimp named Figan “kidnapped” a chimp named Flint to get the other chimps to follow him to a new place.
1964
Using Man‑made Objects
A chimp named Mike used some cans to create a noise. He scared other chimps away.
1970
Fun
The sight of a waterfall inspired the chimps to dance with joy.
1974
War
A “war” broke out between two groups of chimps. The war lasted for four years.
1975
Teamwork
Figan became a strong leader because he had his brother Faben’s support.
1987
Adoption
After three‑year-old Mel’s mother died, he was “adopted” by a chimp called Spindle.
1994
Learning From Others
One chimp used twigs to catch ants. She taught this skill to others.
1995
Medicine
Chimps may eat certain leaves if they have an upset stomach.