Celebrate BOBBY’s 17th birthday!

In the wild, a chimpanzee wouldn’t depend on humans for camaraderie. Even in sanctuary, it’s vital for their well-being to form bonds with their group mates, not humans. 

With that in mind, we don’t have to worry much about Bobby. He’s what you’d call a “chimps’s chimp.” Not super interested in human interaction, he clearly prefers the company of his groupmates, which is exactly what we like to see! 

Bobby has a solid relationship with all of the chimps in his group, particularly Thomas and Prince. Whenever there’s conflict, he’s quick to get involved and back up the boys. When he’s not actively engaged in chimpanzee politics, he can often be found lounging with his feet up, using the closest object as a pillow. Whether that’s a blanket, a paper bag or a plastic toy, Bobby makes the most of it. 

Today, January 26, we wish Bobby a very happy 17th birthday! If you’d care to send him a birthday gift – one that’ll be sent directly to the sanctuary, by the way – you can check out our Amazon Wish List and search for “garbanzo beans.” He’s particularly partial to those.