Chimpanzee Behavior Module (6): Tool Use – Primate Learning in Action

Chimpanzee Behavior Module (6): Tool Use

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Throughout this series you will learn about chimpanzee behavior and the basics of collecting focal observational data. This module provides an overview of data collection procedures for understanding tool use, using examples from the Kibale Chimpanzee Project. This is the sixth module in a series of seven.

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Target Audience: University and High School Students; Scientists and Professors

This module includes the following materials:

  • Module 6 Instructions [PPT]
  • Example Chimpanzee Ethogram and Data Recording Instructions [PDF]
  • Example Chimpanzee Data Sheet [PDF]
  • Videos of Kanyawara chimpanzee behavior:

Funding Support for Module: NSF #1926737 to Zarin Machanda; NSF #1926653 to Alexandra Rosati

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