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For the first time, chimpanzees have been observed caring for a disabled infant

In a stark reminder of just how similar chimpanzees and humans are, Japanese researchers have observed a chimp mother taking care of her “severely disabled” infant in the wild. With the help of one of her other daughters, she was able to help the baby survive for almost two years, despite the fact that it couldn’t walk on its own.

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    I bought the source research PDF, message me for dl..

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