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Longevity and Fertility of Female Chimps in a Large Community
Researchers observed a large chimpanzee community in Uganda for 21 years and found a surprising pattern in female chimps' longevity and fertility. Contrary to the assumption that female chimps die soon after their reproductive years, the study revealed old female chimps in the Nagogo community. This community, with over 100 chimps, is extensively researched due to its isolated and protected habitat. Scientists tracked mortality and fertility of 185 female chimps for 21 years, discovering new insights on chimp biology and behavior.