Chimpanzee: Savanna Survivors and Innovators

Chimpanzees (Pan troglodytes) are known for their intelligence and social complexity, but not many realize that some populations inhabit savanna-woodland mosaics in Africa. These chimpanzees have adapted to the harsher conditions by modifying their behavior, spending more time on the ground and creating tools to access food.

Chimpanzee groups in savanna habitats face challenges such as limited water sources and high temperatures. To survive, they often rely on scattered trees for shade and foraging. Their ability to adapt underscores the importance of conserving these transitional ecosystems, which are critical for species on the edge of their traditional ranges.