💨 Abstract

A new study reveals that chimpanzees drum on tree trunks with regular rhythms, suggesting this behavior may have originated from a common ancestor shared with humans around 6 million years ago. This drumming serves as a form of long-distance communication, allowing chimps to "socially check in" with others. Each chimp has a unique drumming style, and different regions in Africa exhibit distinct rhythmic patterns.

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