As with human motherhood, suckling babies can vary in length of time and development.
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.
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.