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Scientists have used a pioneering technique to unlock hidden details about a famous chimpanzee’s life for the first time.
Using osteobiography experts have analysed the bones and tissue of Choppers, a Western chimpanzee from the PG Tips tea adverts.
The findings have revealed insights about the long-term effects of captivity which can be used to improve animal welfare.
We hear from National Museums Scotland researcher and lead author of the study Dr David Cooper.
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Scientists have used a pioneering technique to unlock hidden details about a famous chimpanzee’s life for the first time.
Using osteobiography experts have analysed the bones and tissue of Choppers, a Western chimpanzee from the PG Tips tea adverts.
The findings have revealed insights about the long-term effects of captivity which can be used to improve animal welfare.
We hear from National Museums Scotland researcher and lead author of the study Dr David Cooper.
Also in this episode:
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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