~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

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