Bonobos
Pan paniscus
- Where
- Central Africa
- Habitat
- Congo Basin rainforest
- Diet
- Fruits, leaves, seeds, and occasional small animals
- Size
- Adult males: 4-5 feet tall; adult females: 3.7-4.2 feet tall
- Lifespan
- 30-40 years in the wild; up to 60 years in captivity
- Conservation
- Critically Endangered due to habitat loss and poaching
Fun Facts
- Bonobos are known for their advanced empathy and conflict resolution skills.
- They use sex as a form of communication and conflict resolution.
- Bonobos have been observed showing compassion, even to humans.
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Bonobos have long arms relative to body size, perfect for swinging through trees.
Their faces are more rounded than chimpanzees, with smaller jaws.
Adult bonobos typically weigh between 70-100 pounds.