Meet David: The Alpha Chimp Defending His Crown | Dynasties | BBC Earth
Exclusive preview from the first episode of Dynasties: meet David, the alpha chimpanzee whose leadership is under threat from younger contenders.
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Dynasties
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For those saying his eyes seem ominous or intriguing. I heard from a psychology professor that humans evolved to have a lot of white around their iris because of how important it is for us to know what other humans are looking at. Those whose eyes weren't as white were harder to trust as their intentions aren't as clear (knowing where the other person is looking is a huge part of knowing what their intentions are). Consequently, they had less chance of surviving within a group. We also evolved to be extremely good at this. You can tell where another human is looking from dozens of feet away. However, you can't really tell exactly where the chimps are looking in this video unless it is a closeup shot. You evolved not to be cautious of a gaze that isn't easily decipherable. I just thought this was interesting to share. I don't think I gave the best explanation though. XD
That’s Cesar not David
His eyes are so intense, I love it. I wonder if he's named after Attenborough
For anyone wanting to know what happened to David, he was challenged again during the dry season after he was almost killed but this time he didn't make it. RIP David :(
Attenborough still making nature docs at the age of 92 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Bro David has got an intense look in his eyes
His posture alone, just relaxed and watching his surrounding is stunning! I bet David feels like Neo. 🕴
Caesarrrr!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! sometimes i wish i was freaking rich so i could buy a huge 4k tv, turn off the lights, jump on my super comfy sofa and watch a couple seasons worth of entertainment covering nature and animals, like planet earth or national geographic. man that would be awesome
David bout to be beta when tyler1 dominates his jungle.
David looks like a legit warrior
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I watched it on bbc iplayer and its the best wild life story i have ever seen, David is a true intelligent leader and warrior! And to imagine that story took 2 years for crew to capture for us to enjoy; the brilliance of camera work and their patience, i must take my hat off for you guys!
May you live many more and healthy years Sir David Attenborough
Was able to catch the episode in full. Was incredibly well done, captivating, and at times harrowing. David was truly a remarkable leader and creature.
Greatest documentary ever made. kudos to your dedication, the film crew and producers.
What an Alpha! Cool and collected when shit goes down and then handles his business.
Amazing. We need to respect the nature more. Mad respect to the cameraman and team.
Never ever had seen such an intense and deep look like this one...I feel i should pay him respect with only that look in his eyes