Chimps chat like we do
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Chimpanzee Communication: A Reflection of Human Conversational Styles
This chapter explores a study on the communicative behaviors of chimpanzees, focusing on their use of hand gestures and turn-taking in interactions. The findings suggest that chimpanzees engage in a conversational style called 'snappy,' characterized by quick exchanges and interruptions, akin to human communication.
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