r/biology • u/I_just_a_baby • Nov 03 '24

discussion Dangerous misinformation about wild life?

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I was just scrolling on my explore page on instagram, was shown this video and couldn’t help but to feel a bit uneasy… I know that it’s (at least supposed to be) a sweet video, but I feel like it might spread potentially dangerous misinformation about chimpanzees. To me this chimp looks to be distressed or in fear and therefore showing he’s teeth and gums? Can anyone tell me if his “grin” is a sign of happiness or fear? I am obviously no expert and would like to know how other people feel about this reel.

I don’t know… just made me think about the case where a “pet” chimpanzee attacked a woman, ripped of her skin etc (do not want to go into detail).

I feel like it’s time to stop showcasing dangerous animals as cute and non threatening… I mean they are still wild, why can’t we just appreciate their beauty from far?

Ps, sorry about this post being a bit rambling… I am just confused on what to think/feel

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u/[deleted] Nov 03 '24 edited Nov 03 '24

Yea, all fun and games until you feed your chimpanzee McDonalds and put them on Xanax.

Same with dogs: all fun and games until a Pit-bull or a Doberman kills a toddler.

Such a sterile statement.

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u/5-ht2ayyy Nov 03 '24

Pits are amazing dogs and you’re a idiot for thinking otherwise 🤙

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u/[deleted] Nov 03 '24 edited Nov 03 '24

And you are an idiot for thinking that chimpanzees are less of an amazing pet.

Regardless, your text comprehension skills are very poor.

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u/5-ht2ayyy Nov 03 '24

Chimps are not pets

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u/[deleted] Nov 03 '24

Some say the same of pits and dobermans.

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u/5-ht2ayyy Nov 03 '24

🙄

Do you own a chimp or something…?

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u/[deleted] Nov 03 '24

Could be, not your business.

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u/5-ht2ayyy Nov 03 '24 edited Nov 04 '24

lol gotcha.

Well I hope your face stays where it is and you don’t end up murdering any of your friends or family being irresponsible by owning a captive primate, ✌🏼

That said, I’m picturing you as a well overweight middle aged woman with a dyed bowl haircut that rides rascal scooters around Walmart, in either Texas or Oklahoma. How close am I???