Curious minds, get ready to explore!
Welcome to the Brite Star Science: Know-ItAll! series — where learning is an adventure! In this collection, you’ll discover amazing facts, meet fascinating creatures, and explore the wonders of our world. From animals and weather to nature’s mysteries and the marvels of science, each book is packed with bite-sized knowledge and incredible illustrations to make learning fun.
Part of the Brite Star Museum of Science, these books are designed to spark curiosity and inspire discovery. Whether you’re reading about roaring dinosaurs, shimmering butterflies, or explosive volcanoes, you’ll find exciting stories and real science in every page.
What is an Ape?
Apes are large primates without tails. They are our closest animal relatives and share many similarities with humans, including intelligence, emotions, and social bonds.
Types of Apes
There are two groups of apes: great apes (gorillas, chimpanzees, bonobos, and orangutans) and lesser apes (gibbons). Each has unique features and lives in different parts
of the world.
Ape Habitats Apes live in tropical forests, mountains, and woodlands in Africa and Asia. They need healthy habitats to find food, shelter, and space for their families.
Ape Families Apes are social animals. They live in groups called troops or communities, where adults care for young and protect one another.
Ape Intelligence Apes can solve problems, use tools, and even learn sign language. Some chimpanzees use sticks to catch termites, and orangutans make leafy umbrellas for rain.
Ape Diet
Most apes eat fruit, leaves, and plants.
Some also eat insects, nuts, and seeds. They play an important role in spreading seeds in the forest.
Communication Apes communicate with gestures, facial expressions, and sounds. A gorilla’s chestbeating can be a display of strength, while a chimp’s hug can show comfort.
Strength and Movement Apes are strong and agile. They climb, swing, and walk on two or four limbs. Gibbons are the fastest tree-swingers, and gorillas are the strongest land primates.
