Posts Tagged ‘chimpanzees’
Does Chimpanzee Hair Change with the Seasons?
As winter rolls in, we humans bundle up in coats, hats, and scarves to fight off the chill. Many mammals do something similar—though in their own way.
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 MoreBirthday Bash for Captain Kirk
By Morgan Kelly At Project Chimps, Kirk has the chance to live long and prosper. We’re looking forward to celebrating his 40th birthday on July 27th! Project Chimps’ Captain Kirk Kirk is the alpha of the Chimps Ahoy villa. That’s why we call him Captain Kirk! But he’s not exactly like the dramatic, headstrong captain…
Read MoreSafety First: Sanctuary Protocols
By Morgan Kelly Chimps may be cute, but they’re also strong. It’s dangerous to keep them as pets or house them without proper safety measures. We’re committed to keeping both the chimps and their caregivers safe. That’s why we have so many safety protocols during feeding time, positive reinforcement training, check-ups, and all around the…
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 MoreNature Walk at Project Chimps
By Morgan Kelly When you hear “Project Chimps,” you probably don’t think of bees, right? Or geese? You think of chimpanzees. But chimps aren’t the only critters here at the sanctuary! If you’re ever on a hike here in Morganton, Georgia, you might see deer, wild turkeys, or even a bear. Chimps are obviously the…
Read MoreCozy to Colossal: Kitchen Renovations
By Morgan Kelly This year, Project Chimps is getting both a new garden installation and a cozy kitchen makeover! We’ll be relocating (and upgrading) our walk-in cooler and freezer in order to add more space for meal prep. What do chimps eat? If you’ve ever cooked your own meal or baked a cake, you know…
Read MoreTeamwork Makes the Dream Work: Volunteer of the Year
By Morgan Kelly At Project Chimps, teamwork makes the dream work. On Saturday, April 19th, we held our annual Volunteer Luncheon, where we celebrated the hard work of our amazing volunteers. We also recognized those who really went above and beyond this year with awards for most chimp care, kitchen, and vet care hours. We…
Read MoreEarthsong Garden – Not Your Grandma’s Garden
By Morgan Kelly The chimpanzees (and humans) here at Project Chimps are getting a new interactive garden installation! Just like humans, chimps love fresh vegetables, roots, and fruits. Well, most chimps do (Kirk might show you otherwise). But most of us here at the sanctuary are super excited for the property’s newest addition! Thanks to…
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.
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