Wild chimpanzees consume fermented fruit, surprisingly resulting in a daily alcohol intake comparable to a beer.
Researchers in Uganda and Ivory Coast measured ethanol levels in fruit, revealing significant daily consumption by chimps.
This substantial alcohol intake, equivalent to 14 grams of pure ethanol daily, stems from their energy-rich fruit diet.
This discovery supports the 'drunken monkey' hypothesis, suggesting our love for alcohol might stem from primate ancestors.
