Project Chimps Blog

While Leo loves the newspaper, he only sees it about once or twice a week. This is to keep the newspaper as a treat and preserve Leo’s fondness for it.

In addition to visiting Project Chimps, the surrounding area offers a variety of attractions and activities. The charming town of Blue Ridge is nearby, with its quaint shops, restaurants, and scenic train rides.

Just like people, chimpanzees’ friendships are important as they care for each other, as seen by behaviors and time spent together.

Whether you’re an avid hiker, an animal lover, or simply seeking a meaningful way to connect with nature, the trails at Project Chimps offer an unforgettable experience.

As the alpha of Harmony villa, Kareem is well-known both for his size and his gentle personality. He waits patiently for everyone to get their food before taking his own.

As a dignified old lady, Precious isn’t willing to compromise her time or energy. She’s also not afraid to let staff know when she’s annoyed!

Noel loves greeting care staff members who come into the villa, especially when she hasn’t seen them in a while.

One of Panielle’s most endearing quirks is that she almost always has a blanket, often worn over her shoulder like a cape.

Nyia is well known for having very specific favorite item(s), which are her blue blankets. Although she has several, she goes through rotations where she’ll use the same one for a long time.

Thomas has especially long limbs. In fact, he’s so tall that Lancelot can nearly pass underneath him when they’re both knuckle-walking!

Chloe really loves smear board enrichment items. She can be slow to shift rooms for cleaning, but not on smear board enrichment days!

This Giving Tuesday, we’re sharing Lucky’s story in celebration of the similarities and differences that make us special.

Tiffany is an avid outdoors enthusiast and loves the habitat. Her caregivers can often spot her outside enjoying the sun with Torian.

Out of the thirteen chimps in Harmony, Jermaine is NOT one to appreciate mornings. Most days, care staff can expect to find him rolling right over in one of his favorite napping spots.

Sarah loves most stuffed animals, but her favorites are any primate stuffed animal. She loves to carry these around on her back or hang onto them with her foot.