In a striking incident, researchers observed a female chimpanzee carrying an albino infant in Uganda, revealing profound insights into chimpanzees' understanding of death and difference.
The violent reaction of the chimpanzees upon seeing the albino infant—fear and aggression—highlighted their initial inability to comprehend the unusual appearance of the newborn.
Once the infant was killed, the response shifted dramatically; curiosity replaced fear as the chimpanzees began to explore the corpse of the once-threatening being.
This incident underscores the complex emotional and cognitive capabilities of chimpanzees, particularly their ability to process and adapt to the concept of death.
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