2.6K views · 101 reactions | CHIMP FACT: Did you know chimps grooming vocalizations are slightly different from chimp to chimp? Some have a distinct what humans call a "raspberry" sound while others have more of a lip-smacking sound and still others have various other sounds. This is Emma's sound. Learn more chimp facts here: https://projectchimps.org/chimps/chimps-facts/ | Project Chimps | Facebook

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Chimpanzee Grooming! Chimps groom each other for a variety of reasons including hygiene, social bonding, conflict resolution, and maintaining status within their groups! #chimpanzee #grooming #savethechimps #worthythechimp #jude2thechimp | Save the Chimps, Inc.

Q: How do chimps stay clean? A: Chimps stay clean by grooming themselves and each other! A common misconception is that chimpanzees pick bugs off each other while grooming, but they are usually removing dead skin and making sure any cuts and scrapes are clean. They have the remarkable ability to detect even the smallest wound on a fellow chimpanzee and they love to tend to each other! Grooming is also a social behavior and has many benefits, including social bonding, stress reduction, and confli

You might find it interesting that grooming is a way for chimps to reassure each other and makeup after conflict. These grooming sessions are essential for social interaction amongst chimpanzees. Head to watchthewildlife.com to get a behind the scenes look at the day in the life of chimps! | Zoo Knoxville

Due to the chilly weather, the chimpanzees have been choosing to spend more time indoors in their heated bedrooms instead of going outside. While working with the female chimps yesterday afternoon, caregiver Brooke managed to capture some awesome footage of two simultaneous grooming sessions! Our Director of Chimpanzee Management, Mike Seres, explains why grooming is essential, especially for female chimps: “Grooming is one of the most important social activities for retaining good relationships