The Western Lowland Gorillas are apes that can be found in …show more content…
Just like humans, chimpanzees communicate with each other through a complex system of vocalizations, gestures, body postures and facial expressions. “They can communicate with each other even over long distances with loud calls called pant-hoots, or by drumming the buttresses of trees.” The most remarkable physical similarity between chimpanzees and humans is the opposable thumb, which allows chimpanzees to grab objects and use tools much like we do. Chimpanzees use tools such as “ rocks that they use as hammers, anvils to pound open nuts, as well as leaves as napkins and sponges, and sticks break open beehives for honey.” Something interesting I got to observe was George utilizing a stick to hit a metal wall, as if he was playing the drums. However, George only did this for about 3 minutes