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Comparison of Means Between Subjects and the Wild Chimpanzee Population of Mahale
| Measure | Current captive sample | Mahale wild populationa |
|---|---|---|
| Interbirth interval (mo) | 25.18 | 69.06 |
| No. of live offspring | 4.49 | 3.39 |
| Maternal age at first parturition (yr) |
11.66, n = 214 | 15.6, n = 5 (in natal group) |
| 14.65, n = 26 (in transfer group) |
The wild chimpanzee population of Gombe had comparable means to Mahale.
