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The West African, or masked, chimpanzee (Pan troglodytes verus) is a critically endangered subspecies of chimpanzee.
Chimpanzees build nests in trees primarily to serve as a place to sleep at night. These structures are constructed using branches and leaves. While many animals build nests to house eggs or rear young, the primary function of the nest for a chimpanzee is to provide a secure and comfortable location for rest.12