This is longer than many other primates, and it's crucial for their development. During this time, the mother teaches the baby everything it needs to know about surviving in the wild, including:
* Finding food: This includes identifying edible plants, fruits, and insects, and learning the best foraging techniques.
* Social interaction: Chimpanzees are highly social animals, and the mother teaches her young how to interact with other chimpanzees, including grooming, playing, and communicating.
* Avoiding danger: The mother teaches her young about potential predators and how to avoid them, as well as how to navigate the dangers of the jungle.
While the mother is the primary caregiver, older siblings and other members of the troop also help in raising the young chimpanzee.