“There will never be another like Betty.” Dublin Zoo has paid tribute to its longest-standing resident, 62-year-old chimpanzee Betty, after she passed away this week. Betty was the oldest living chimpanzee in human care and the difficult decision to euthanise her was made due to her declining health and to ‘ensure she avoided any future […]

1 year ago

Bear with us. We’re well aware that what follows might seem a little far-fetched. After footage emerged of some chimpanzees engaging in some bizarre behaviour, scientists now reckon that it could be evidence that the animals have some form of religious belief, reports The Independent. Recorded in West Africa, the animals are seen banging rocks against trees […]

10 years ago