pygmy chimpanzee

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Noun pygmy chimpanzee has 1 sense

pygmy chimpanzee, bonobo, Pan paniscus - small chimpanzee of swamp forests in Zaire; a threatened species
--₁ is a kind of chimpanzee, chimp, Pan troglodytes
--₁ is a member of Pan, genus Pan

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Pygmy Chimpanzee

A pygmy chimpanzee, also known as a bonobo, is a species of ape belonging to the genus Pan. They are closely related to the common chimpanzee, but differ in their physical appearance, behavior, and habitat.

Senses

Noun

1. A small primate species native to the forests of the Democratic Republic of Congo in Central Africa, characterized by their smaller size and more slender build compared to common chimpanzees.

Example: The pygmy chimpanzee, or bonobo, is known for their peaceful and cooperative social structure.

Related Terms

Common Chimpanzee

Chimpanzee Habitat

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