Chris YoungSenior Lecturer in Evolution and Social Behaviour, Nottingham Trent UniversitySenior Lecturer in Evolution and Social Behaviour, Nottingham Trent University Latest articles by Chris Young Wild chimps and gorillas can form social bonds that last for decades By Chris Young last updated 3 November 22 Friendly associations between gorillas and chimpanzees in the wild can persist for decades, and may originate around food sharing and defense against predators. Monkeys Sign up for the Live Science daily newsletter nowGet the world’s most fascinating discoveries delivered straight to your inbox.Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors LATEST ARTICLES1US baby receives first-ever customized CRISPR treatment for genetic disease2New CRISPR alternative can 'install' whole genes, paving the way to treatment for many genetic disorders3World's oldest star chart may be 2,300 years old and from China — but not everyone agrees4Humans reached southern South America by 14,500 years ago, genomes from 139 Indigenous groups reveal5The sun just spat out the strongest solar flares of 2025 — and more could be headed toward Earth
Wild chimps and gorillas can form social bonds that last for decades By Chris Young last updated 3 November 22 Friendly associations between gorillas and chimpanzees in the wild can persist for decades, and may originate around food sharing and defense against predators.
