Study in Congo finds 8,000 to 18,000 bonobos in national park, highlighting need for continued conservation.

A 20-year study in Congo's Salonga National Park found that 8,000 to 18,000 adult bonobos, a critically endangered species, inhabit the area. Researchers from the Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior noted that factors like primary forest cover and the presence of park rangers positively impact bonobo populations. While the bonobos are currently stable, ongoing conservation efforts are vital for their continued survival.

December 02, 2024
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