Chimpanzees drum rhythmically 'like in human music', study finds

SBS News In Depth
10/05/2025 4 min
Chimpanzees drum rhythmically 'like in human music', study finds

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A new study shows that chimpanzees drum with regular rhythm when they beat on tree trunks. Previous research also shows that chimps in regions of west and east Africa have their own signature drumming style.

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