~Chimp talk~ Chimpanzees have complex language involving vocalisations and hand gestures 🙊. Stuart, our behavioural expert, has been teaching the keepers how to talk chimp! It is very important that keepers and chimpanzees understand each other for everyones safety and comfort, especially during bush outings 🐵 ! In this video, Mouctar Saïkou Diallo shows his knowledge, calling to Cesar “Come here, I want positive contact”, accompanied by the appropriate hand gestures. Cesar understands, and co

~ Sunday Science: Self-recognition ~ Chimpanzees are one of multiple species (including humans) who recognise their own reflection 🐵 Scientists say that this shows "conscience of self" and indicates a higher level of intelligence! 🧐 Each chimp has their own routine when inspecting their reflection in a mirror: Missy jumps and claps her hands, whilst Moucky pulls faces and sticks out her tongue! Leonie turns her bottom lip inside out, and Sam seems very proud of his athletique physique (and rig