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A study of a remarkable bonobo named Kanzi shows apes may play make believe

The ability to imagine -- to play pretend -- has long been thought to be unique to humans. A new study suggests certain apes may be able to as well.

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Nathan Rott is a correspondent on NPR's National Desk, where he focuses on environment issues and the American West.