Gilly Forrester
@gillyforrester.bsky.social
Prof of comparative cognition investigating how we evolved & develop cognitive abilities (w/wo neurodiverse conditions) Researching brains & behaviours of human infants & children, gorillas, chimpanzees & orangutans. Passionate about science communication
What an absolute treat to end our research day with the sighting of an adult and juvenile Congo Pied Hornbill from a treetop platform at Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary
October 9, 2025 at 2:16 PM
What an absolute treat to end our research day with the sighting of an adult and juvenile Congo Pied Hornbill from a treetop platform at Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary
Do you recognise her? It's because we're related. Just like you and me she has thoughts, emotions, desires, friendships, joy, grief and everything in between. When we learn about what it means to be human we are also learning what it means to be ape.
October 7, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Do you recognise her? It's because we're related. Just like you and me she has thoughts, emotions, desires, friendships, joy, grief and everything in between. When we learn about what it means to be human we are also learning what it means to be ape.
Broad-bodied Chasers mating! Spring is truly here 😊 #Brighton #HappyFriday
May 16, 2025 at 2:33 PM
Broad-bodied Chasers mating! Spring is truly here 😊 #Brighton #HappyFriday