Chimps in Guinea-Bissau were recorded sharing fermented breadfruits in the wild, offering a clue about the origins of social drinking among humans.

A research team led by the University of Exeter filmed wild chimpanzees sharing fermented fruit. This first-of-its kind video could highlight how our genetic relatives involve alcohol in social bonding.

Wild chimpanzees have been pictured eating and sharing fruit containing alcohol for the first time. Researchers from the University of Exeter set up cameras in Guinea-Bissau’s Cantanhez National Park and recorded footage of chimps sharing fermented African breadfruit.