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Wild chimps consume alcohol via fruit, study says

In the forests of Uganda and Côte d'Ivoire, chimps crowd into fig and plum trees, feasting on fruit that's sweet, soft and just a little boozy. A new study shows those daily snacks quietly add up to the equivalent of nearly two alcoholic beverages for humans. Dave Malkoff reports.
Sep 17, 2025 (01:45)
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