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Chimpanzees Discovered Enjoying Alcoholic Breadfruit in the Wild

4/29/2025

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In a fascinating discovery, researchers from the University of Exeter observed wild chimpanzees in Guinea-Bissau's Cantanhez National Park indulging in fermented African breadfruit, boasting up to 0.61% alcohol. This intriguing behavior, witnessed ten times, suggests that alcohol could enhance social bonds among chimps, echoing the ancient traditions of communal feasting shared with humans.

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In a fascinating discovery, researchers from the University of Exeter observed wild chimpanzees in Guinea-Bissau's Cantanhez National Park indulging in fermented African breadfruit, boasting up to 0.61% alcohol. This intriguing behavior, witnessed ten times, suggests that alcohol could enhance social bonds among chimps, echoing the ancient traditions of communal feasting shared with humans.