Bonobos with a Zoologist: Facts, and fun information.
Channel: Matt Stritch: Travel & Wildlife
Date: 2024-01-22

As a zoologist i have been lucky enough to work with and around a variety of wild animals. I thought I’d try something different; an animal fact series about wildlife I’ve worked with. 

In this second episode in the series I will tell you all about the bonobo. Learn about our closest living relative, where they live, what they eat, how old they get, how heavy, threats and some other fun facts. 

All footage in the video is my own from Lui-Kotale field site inn the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).

I hope you enjoy my second attempt at talking to camera. If you enjoyed please leave a comment. Any suggestions for improvements or species you would like me to talk about please let me know. And if you are not yet, remember to subscribe. 

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00:00 - Welcome
00:17 - Introduction
00:43 - Where are bonobos found?
01:32 - Threats to bonobos
02:00 - Differences between bonobos and chimps
02:51 - Group structure
03:32 - Young bonobos
04:25 - Size and weight
04:46 - What do bonobos eat?
05:06 - Hunting monkeys and duiker
05:53 - Bonobo Communication 
06:21 - Branch dragging
06:42 - End of the day and nest building
07:10 - Final comments
08:10 - Suggested videos