Something strange is happening in the forests of Africa. Chimpanzees are doing things no one has seen them do before: they are having pool parties.
But that's not all. At a site called Fongoli, in Senegal, they have also invented a remarkable way to catch a meal. They are making spears and
hunting, just like our ancestors.
Fresh steaks and a swimming pool? How long until they fire up the barbecue? After all, the great apes—chimpanzees, orangutans, gorillas, and
bonobos—seem so much like us, it's hard not to feel a deep connection.
Watch the show here. one hour in 6 parts
Edited to include the google vid ... I apologize to those outside the US who couldn't access the PBS web site
[edit on 28-6-2009 by DaddyBare]