Abstract
I have observed many chimpanzees with injuries on their hands or feet in the Kalinzu Forest, Uganda. Of 16 male chimpanzees identified, 2 had a snare wire embedded in their hand. Another 7 male chimpanzees also had injuries on their limbs, which were likely caused by snares including a loss of an entire hand/foot, a clawed hand or wrist, and a loss of some digits. Such injuries caused by encounters with snares have frequently been reported from other chimpanzee study sites in Uganda: such as the Kibale Forest and the Budongo Forest. Although it is uncertain whether such injuries influence survival or reproduction of chimpanzees, it is important to continue investigation on the actual conditions of chimpanzee injuries and the human hunting practices in their habitats.
