Consistency of conjugate lateral eye movements is demonstrated by one 5-yr.-old chimpanzee, Jane, but not by Fanny a chimpanzee of approximately 4 ½ yr. Jane displayed right-sided eye movements on both language problems, including those considered to be spatial, and also during play periods. Some implications of this research are discussed.
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