Harmony
Fathers Among Chimpanzees
What makes a good father? While chimpanzee mothers often form strong bonds with their babies, fathers among chimpanzees often take a more hands-off approach. So, when a father and son were united by coincidence, we never expected to see a bond beyond shared genes.
Read MoreKennedy’s First Time Outside
When you spend your life in one place, a new environment isn’t just intimidating. It’s terrifying. Even if it’s the one you were born to be in. This is what many former research chimpanzees experience who never got to go outside. So when the opportunity is placed right in front of them, wouldn’t they be excited? For some, yes. For others, it can take a little while to warm up to the idea. That’s what we saw leading up to Kennedy’s first time outside.
Read MoreChimpanzees and Their Wild Ways of Grubbing
Chimpanzees like to grub on a variety of foods. Some groups of chimpanzees eat up to 200 kinds of different foods. Like us humans, chimps are known to be omnivores.
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 MoreChimpanzee Intelligence: The Vala-chimp-torians of the Sanctuary
By James Oatis Chimpanzee intelligence is not in question here. In scientific circles, a common fascination comes from the intelligence of animals. From elephants to dolphins, scientists have found many animals that have gained a reputation for being wise or smart. It is important, however, to distinguish human and animal intelligence as most of the…
Read MoreSponsoring a Former Research Chimp: A Dream Come True
Every sponsor has a story, and we’re grateful to each person who opens their heart to a former research chimp. Today, we’re honored to introduce Reia, who’s sponsored chimp Amy for almost six years.
Read MoreCelebrating KAREEM’s 36th birthday!
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.
Read MoreCelebrating NOEL’s 18th birthday!
Noel loves greeting care staff members who come into the villa, especially when she hasn’t seen them in a while.
Read MoreCelebrating JERMAINE’s 35th birthday!
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.
Read MoreCelebrating SARAH’s 16th birthday!
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.
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