Western chimpanzees, which have declined by 80 per cent in the past 20 years, are now considered critically endangered. Photo: Shutterstock
Western chimpanzees, which have declined by 80 per cent in the past 20 years, are now considered critically endangered. Photo: Shutterstock
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Chinese dam in Guinea could kill 1,500 chimpanzees, experts warn

  • Planned Koukoutamba dam to be built in reserve established to protect chimps from mining

The Guardian
The Guardian

Updated: 3:06pm, 28 Feb, 2019

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Western chimpanzees, which have declined by 80 per cent in the past 20 years, are now considered critically endangered. Photo: Shutterstock
Western chimpanzees, which have declined by 80 per cent in the past 20 years, are now considered critically endangered. Photo: Shutterstock
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