Lindsey

Chimp Chatter Featuring Lindsey
Celebrate LINDSEY’s 30th birthday!
Despite 25 years in research labs, Lindsey embodies wisdom, stoicism and playfulness, making her a beloved figure among her fellow chimps and caregivers alike.
Read MoreChimps Ahoy: Hierarchy and Roles – Part 2 of 3
The Chimps Ahoy group was really fun to watch! A majority of my time was spent watching a lot of grooming and napping—the two most common affiliative behaviors. This may seem like an uneventful behavior to some, but I got plenty of information on the relationships that the chimps had with each other.
Read MoreGirl Power
In the chimp world, females control a lot. Even though chimps live in a patriarchal hierarchy, the girls have a lot of influence. This understanding allows us to perceive chimp life and how it works.
Read MoreBoy Meets Girl – Entry #4
Luke hasn’t had enough of the females yet – he wanted a lot more! As the chimps learn what we are up to with the intros, some volunteer to participate and others skedaddle out of the area, content to be last if possible. Luke very firmly insisted that he was going to be at the head of the pack. Our alpha, Captain Kirk, decided to join him.
Read MoreLindsey FACTS
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