Understanding Wild African Apes - Communication and Cognition

Explore the fascinating world of wild African apes and their communication in this TEDx talk by Dr. Catherine Hobaiter, a British primatologist from the University of St Andrews. Delve into her groundbreaking research on chimpanzee social behavior and cognition, conducted at the Budongo Forest Reserve in Uganda. Discover how Dr. Hobaiter's work sheds light on the evolutionary origins of language and deepens our understanding of our closest genetic relatives. Learn about the challenges and rewards of establishing a new field station in Africa, and gain insights into the impetus behind her passionate pursuit of knowledge. This 20-minute presentation offers a unique perspective on primate communication and its implications for human language evolution.