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Mammal Endangered

Chimpanzee

Pan troglodytes schweinfurthii

About Chimpanzee

Endangered great ape, studied extensively at Gombe Stream.

Physical Characteristics

Hairy body, long arms, expressive face.

Habitat

Riverine and forested areas.

Diet

Omnivorous – fruits, insects, small mammals.

Behavior

Highly social with complex tool use.

Quick Facts

Category: Mammal
Conservation Status: Endangered

Best Viewing Times

Early morning in Gombe.

Best Viewing Locations

Gombe Stream National Park.

Where to Find Chimpanzee

Gombe Stream National Park

Gombe Stream National Park

Gombe, western Tanzania, Kigoma

Small forest park world-famous for chimpanzee research and tracking.

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