Chimpanzees Use Medicinal Plants to Treat Ailments

New research reveals chimpanzees in Uganda's Budongo Forest consume plants with antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.

Study shows chimpanzees actively seek out specific plants for their medicinal benefits.
Researchers observed chimpanzees using plants with potent antibacterial effects against drug-resistant bacteria.
Chimpanzees were seen consuming plants with anti-inflammatory properties to treat injuries.
Findings suggest chimpanzees may have a sophisticated understanding of natural medicine.
This behavior, known as zoopharmacognosy, could lead to new drug discoveries for humans.