Chimpanzees bear genetic adaptations that help them thrive in their different forest and savannah habitats, some of which may protect against malaria, according to a study by an international team ...

“We have shown that besides acquiring behavioral adaptations, different chimpanzee populations have evolved genetic differences to survive in their different local habitats. “As chimpanzees ...

By Gilbert Nakweya NAIROBI ― Understanding the genetic traits of chimpanzees and how they help them adapt to unique ...

Researchers examined genetic data from 388 wild chimpanzees in 18 countries, documenting adaptations driven by the nature of their habitat and revealing previously unknown genetic diversity within ...

Get Instant Summarized Text (Gist) Chimpanzees exhibit genetic adaptations that enable them to thrive in diverse habitats, such as forests and savannas, and may offer protection against malaria ...