Till the age of about 3 to 4 and a half years old.
As with human motherhood, suckling babies can vary in length of time and development.
As with human motherhood, suckling babies can vary in length of time and development.
Five Years
Five Years
6 to 8 months usually but sometimes 10 months
Chimpanzee children will suckle for approximately 4-5 years, or if their mother has another baby they may be weaned earlier. Their bond however, will last for a lifetime.
Up to 18 months
1 year
For at least one year
Up to 18 months
1 year
2 weeks Actually chimpanzee children suckle for approximately 4-5 years, but will occasionally be weaned a little younger if their mother has another baby. But the bond with their family will last their entire life.