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Raised like a son by a New York City family as part of a language experiment, Nim Chimpsky was shipped away when funds ran out. A new biography tells Nim's story.
  • One funny moment

    LOL D. Cloyce Smith!

    That comment was the only funny aspect of this very sad story. For those of you interested in animal intelligence and current related studies, National Geographic featured an outstanding article on the subject a couple of months ago. Fortunatly, it seems science if finally opening up to the idea the animals - including dogs, chimps, birds, etc - are much more intelligent and emotional than previously believed. Hopefully this insight will lead our selfish species to treat our fellow furry, feathery, leathery, and hairy creatures with greater dignity and respect.