Certainly the first true humans were unique by virtue of their large brains. It was because the human brain is so large when compared with that of a chimpanzee that paleontologists for years hunted for a half-ape, half-human skeleton that would provide a fossil link between the human and the ape.
Jane GoodallPrimates are very territorial. It is in their nature to protect their food resources as well as their females and young.
Jane GoodallOther people have talked about chimpanzees being a window into the past, which I suppose is true, in a way.
Jane GoodallI was even accused of teaching the chimps how to fish for termites which I mean that would have been such a brilliant coup.
Jane GoodallCertainly the first true humans were unique by virtue of their large brains. It was because the human brain is so large when compared with that of a chimpanzee that paleontologists for years hunted for a half-ape, half-human skeleton that would provide a fossil link between the human and the ape.
Jane Goodall