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Chimpanzee drumming may give clues to the roots of rhythm

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“Drumming” allows chimpanzees to communicate across long distances. Last year, two studies showed the animals also drum to a distinct beat, which varies across chimp societies. The research suggests chimpanzees can learn and develop different rhythms, suggesting this musical ability may have evolved in our shared common ancestor. Read more: https://scim.ag/47q5EE1 FOOTAGE CREDIT: ELEUTERI ET AL./CURRENT BIOLOGY #Chimpanzees #Science #ScienceShorts