Play is very important for a variety of species of animals including both humans and bonobos. Play behavior helps build a variety of skills for these animals. Also called the pygmy chimp, the bonobo is slightly smaller than the common chimpanzee. Sharing more than 98% of its DNA with humans, the bonobo is our closest living relative. Like humans, bonobos live in family groups and are highly intelligent. | Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

Bonobos are often called the Peter Pan Ape, known for holding onto their playful ways well into adulthood. #Bonobos #GreatApes #Conservation #WorldWildlifeDay | Friends of Bonobos

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Happy Friday! Please enjoy your weekend and stay hydrated, like these baby bonobos. Did you know that the DR Congo is on the equator? This means it's hot year-round. The caregivers at Lola ya Bonobo give the young bonobos plenty to drink, including bonobo tea - a mixture of ginger, garlic, and citrus juice that helps keep them healthy. Video by Leon Haberkorn. ***** Important note: Bonobos are an endangered species and should never be kept as pets! Our sanctuary in DR Congo rescues bonobo orphan

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2.3K views · 36 reactions | Bonobos have some questionable mating rituals...  | Animalogic | Facebook

2.5K views · 29 reactions | Ayer fue el “Día Mundial de la vida Silvestre” y en honor a la fecha te presentamos cinco curiosidades de los bonobos. Son nuestros parientes más cercanos, un matriarcado que resuelve los conflictos mediante sexo, y necesitan desesperadamente ser salvados de la extinción. Preservemos el hábitat de este y todos los animales. #diamundialvidasilvestre Un reportaje de DW Español | El Vocero de Puerto Rico | Facebook