Confirmation of a 20-year study: Wild chimpanzees in Uganda exhibit menopause, adding a sixth species to the list.
Menopause, typically seen as a normal occurrence in humans, has been found to have a peculiar aspect when observed in wild animals. Researchers have identified menopausal symptoms in only six mammal species, most of which live in aquatic environments. Human beings exhibit unique behaviors compared to other species. We have developed social structures and achieved…