News: New Life for Former Research Chimps

Former research chimpanzee, Hercules, in the forested habitat at Project Chimps. Photo by Crystal Alba/Project Chimps

“On a sunny Tuesday in May, 11-year-old Hercules made a brave move and ventured outside alone. He moved slowly at first, looking at the ground and shaking his head before walking across 2 acres of forest to observe the sights and sounds around him. Not far behind him was Leo, also 11, who ran forward before stopping, sitting down and staring up at the sky.”

Read more in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution feature news story by Nedra Rhone.