Chimpanzees grooming
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Chimpanzees grooming
Chimpanzees (Pan troglodytes) grooming. The chimpanzee is a social ape that inhabits forests and forest edges of central and western Africa. It lives in large communities that may contain dozens of individuals arranged in loose family groups. Mutual grooming helps to remove skin and hair parasites, and also acts as a method of reinforcing friendships within a social group. The chimp is highly communicative, using a wide range of facial expressions, vocalisations and gestures. It is threatened with extinction due largely to habitat destruction. Photographed in Kenya
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Africa African Chimp Chimpanzee Cleaning Endangered Species Great Ape Grooming Intelligent Interaction Kenya Kenyan Mammal Mutual Pan Troglodytes Primate Primates Social Threatened Chimpanzees Chimps
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This print showcases the intricate act of grooming among chimpanzees (Pan troglodytes) in their natural habitat. These social apes are found in the forests and forest edges of central and western Africa, where they form large communities consisting of dozens of individuals organized into loose family groups. Mutual grooming serves multiple purposes for these intelligent creatures. Firstly, it helps them rid themselves of skin and hair parasites, ensuring their hygiene and well-being. Additionally, this behavior acts as a means to strengthen friendships within the social group. Chimpanzees are highly communicative animals, employing an extensive range of facial expressions, vocalizations, and gestures to convey their thoughts and emotions. Sadly, these remarkable primates face a grave threat to their existence due primarily to habitat destruction caused by human activities. As such, capturing this moment in Kenya is not only a testament to the beauty of nature but also serves as a reminder that urgent conservation efforts are needed to protect these endangered species. The photograph beautifully captures the essence of this biological interaction between two chimps engaged in cleaning each other's fur. It highlights both the delicate nature of their relationship and the importance of preserving their unique way of life. This stunning image from Science Photo Library invites us into the world of these great apes while urging us to take action for their survival before it is too late.
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