Posts Tagged ‘chimpanzees’
August is National Make-a-Will Month: Leave a Lasting Legacy with Project Chimps
By James Haworth August is National Make-a-Will Month, a perfect time to reflect on how you can make a lasting impact on causes close to your heart. At Project Chimps, the Legacy Society is made up of generous and forward-thinking individuals who’ve included the sanctuary in their estate plans. This ensures that we can continue…
Read MoreCelebrating BO’s 20th birthday!
Bo may be young, but he shouldn’t be underestimated! He’s a fair, strong leader who has made so much progress as the alpha over time.
Read MoreCelebrating ROXY’s 14th birthday!
As one of the youngest female chimps at the sanctuary, Roxy is playful, curious and a little mischievous. She always keeps things interesting!
Read MoreCelebrating SASHA’s 37th birthday!
Sasha has a mild and sweet disposition but that doesn’t mean she’s happy to let anyone else push her around. She’s high-ranking and has strong bonds with both the males and females.
Read MoreCelebrating RAY’s 16th birthday!
Ray came to Project Chimps when he was just 9 years old. He lives in the Laurie & Carlee McGrath Chateau Villa alongside several other youngsters which can lead to some interesting dynamics!
Read MoreMeet Project Chimps Board Member Dr. Stephanie Poindexter
By Ari D’Arconte Meet Dr. Stephanie Poindexter who joined the Project Chimps board of directors in 2020. Dr. Poindexter is an assistant professor at the University of Buffalo who studies nocturnal primates. She got involved with Project Chimps after advocating an addendum on a bill helping to ban the interstate primate pet trade. Her research…
Read MoreCelebrating KASSIE’s 29th birthday!
Kassie has a bit of a flair for the dramatic. Because she has friends in high places, she tends to get away with these dramatic episodes.
Read MoreCelebrating LIZZY’s 34th birthday!
According to her caregivers, Lizzy and her favorite Grinch toy are practically inseparable. She even helps keep him clean by grooming him!
Read MoreCelebrating JAMIE’s 35th birthday!
Jamie has been exploring the outdoors a lot recently — she’s even gotten a tan! But although she’s been venturing farther, she always makes sure to come back for her next serving of juice.
Read MoreCelebrating KIRK’s 39th birthday!
He may not be captain of a starship, but alpha Kirk’s a leader all the same! We’re honored to celebrate his 39th birthday at Project Chimps.
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