Humans Vs Chimpanzees Essay

The closest living relative to humans, the chimpanzees are dwindling in numbers and conservationist are alarmed. The Jane Goodall institute is sounding the alarm for worldwide change, or specific species will be extinct within a few decades. They have announced that the gorilla population (specifically, the eastern mountain gorilla) have dwindled in numbers, to less than 300 mature adults. What are the numbers dropping so drastically? There are many contributing factors. One major component is the diminishing habitat and forest fragmentation (dividing the forest into smaller pieces, by roads and human construction). The loss of habitat prevents family growth and increases inbreeding and slowing reproduction. These same forest fragmentations …show more content…
Recently, new research has shown a commonality to fight off viruses. Scientist speculate that millions of years ago, humans and chimpanzees shared a common ancestor, which shared the viral DNA. Humans and chimpanzees also share very similar communication traits. Along with a vast auditory connection, we share referential signaling and dialects. Nonverbal traits are astonishing. The patters are displayed in similar context. Whether its kissing, shaking the fist, tickling or embracing, the message is clear. It also have been proven (while in captivity), that apes have the ability to learn sign language and computer skills. Communication is a two way street between humans and apes. There are distinctive differences between chimps and humans. The physical traits of the human body are quite different. Through evolution, the development has altered the way we stand, walk, and use our vocal cords. Chimps have no vocal tract, debilitating them from a spoken language. Our smaller jaw and larger brains have adapted our ability to learn and eat differently. The human brain can discuss, share and plan, while animals live in the