Bonobo (Pan paniscus)

Bonobos (Pan paniscus) are a close relatives of humans and chimpanzees, belonging to the same primate family. They are native to the rainforest regions of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Known for their peaceful, egalitarian social structure, bonobos often resolve conflicts through social bonding and sexual behaviors, which help maintain harmony. They are highly intelligent, use tools, and exhibit complex social communication. Bonobos are smaller and more slender than chimpanzees, with a dark face, and are important for understanding primate evolution, social dynamics, and behaviors related to human evolution.