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    "body_text": "Researchers analyzed opportunistically recorded interactions around wild chimpanzee crossings in Bulindi over 38 months. Caution rose when animals actively crossed and when local field assistants were present, but fell around larger chimpanzee groups; seven near misses were linked mainly to poor visibility and reckless motorcycling. No collision occurred, yet the pattern supports speed controls, visibility improvements and locally trusted safety staff.",
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      "title": "Frontiers in Conservation Science: road users and chimpanzee crossings",
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