Dorothy Jo & Tilly
The Real Story of Primate: Fact vs Fiction
While Primate (2026) was not based on a true story, how much of it could really happen? Find out the truth in this breakdown of Primate: fact vs fiction.
Read MoreChimp Sponsorship: Make a Difference
By Morgan Kelly Project Chimps is the newest chimpanzee sanctuary in the United States. Read more to learn about one of the many ways you can support our efforts to provide lifelong care to chimpanzees retired from research. Make a Difference with Project Chimps Project Chimps currently houses, feeds, and cares for over 90 chimpanzees…
Read MoreYou’re My Best Friend
Just like people, chimpanzees’ friendships are important as they care for each other, as seen by behaviors and time spent together.
Read MoreCelebrating PRECIOUS’s 34th birthday!
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!
Read MoreCelebrating HAYLEE’s 15th birthday!
Haylee is a high energy girl who loves pranks and dancing. However, her absolute favorite thing is when humans dance for her!
Read MoreCelebrating JOSH’s 34th birthday!
Josh is a lover, not a fighter! He tends to let the other males in his group settle disputes, preferring to focus his attention on the girls.
Read MoreCelebrating KRYSTAL’s 15th birthday!
Krystal is a very dynamic chimp! She’s energetic, social, and is a high-ranking female known as the “princess” of her group.
Read MoreChimp Chew Toys
At the sanctuary, caregivers are careful to only give the chimps toys that we think will withstand the 1300 PSI bite force of chimpanzees. Hard rubber toys made for large dogs are great when looking for chimp chew toys. Marlon’s favorite rose chew toy is a perfect example of this!
Read MorePlaying With Chimps
Playing with chimpanzees can often prove to be dangerous. Both humans and chimpanzees are at risk of harming each other, even if they don’t always mean to. Despite this, Haylee has found a safe way to have fun with caregivers. Her secret? A winning personality and some creative tool use.
Read MoreCelebrating JURITA’s 35th birthday!
Despite being the oldest female in her group, Jurita’s not one to be defined by her age. According to her caregivers, she’s also probably the highest-ranking female at DJT!
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