Posts by Project Chimps
Meet Zana: The Sweet and Sassy Chimp
Zana is a sweet and sassy chimp who lives in Chateau A. She is very sweet to the other chimps she lives with and very sassy to the caretakers. Read more to learn about her life at Project Chimps!
Read MoreMeet Hercules: The Older “Brother”
Meet Hercules who acts like an older brother to the other chimpanzees including his pal, Leo. Read more to learn about his life!
Read MoreChimpanzee Sounds and Communication
Ever wonder what the chimpanzee sounds mean and how they communicate? Read more to find out their meanings and how chimpanzees communicate!
Read MoreDog Days of Summer at Project Chimps
Dog days of summer are the annual event where dogs from Castoff Rescue are brought to interact with for adoption.
Read MoreWhy human oriented isn’t always good for chimps
We have “chimp chimps” and “human oriented chimps”. Chimp chimps prefer interacting with their fellow troop members over interacting with human caregivers. Human oriented chimps like to focus their time and energy on human caregivers.
Read MorePlenty of Places to Shine: Catharine Dunlap
We’re probably not the only sanctuary to think so, but here at Project Chimps, we know the truth. We have the most amazing group of volunteers around! Today, we wanted to spotlight Catharine Dunlap, one hard-working volunteer who always goes above and beyond to support the chimps.
Read MoreIntern Tasks at Project Chimps
Willa’s stay at Project Chimps during the summer and their daily duties as an intern. Their focus project throughout the summer intends on being videos that show other interns what their day is like.
Read MoreThe Free Little Library at Project Chimps
The Girl Scouts who built the free little library at Project Chimps help to create a community and become involved in the goal of the sanctuary.
Read MoreWater Meditation and Koi Ponds
Water meditation is a form of meditation that incorporates water. Here at Project Chimps, the koi pond can be used in a unique way to practice water meditation. Read more to find out how!
Read MoreChimp Time at the Sanctuary
By Marissa Pena We’re always thinking about chimp time here at Project Chimps, but what exactly does that mean? As readers of the blog are aware, our mission is to provide former research chimpanzees with exemplary lifelong care. In order to do that, it’s important to provide a consistent schedule built around the specific needs…
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