Posts Tagged ‘Georgia’
Mirror Mirror on the Wall, Do Chimps Recognize Themselves at All?
Chimpanzees are our closest living relatives, meaning we share a lot in common. Self-recognition might be one of those things, because along with the other great apes, chimpanzee mirror recognition is a well-known phenomenon. They are one of the species to have passed the mirror test and even use mirrors like a human would.
Read MoreA Colorful Kitchen Mural
Project Chimps is getting a new mural for the kitchen! Olivia Schreiber has painted a visual representation of the fruits and vegetables prepared for the former research chimpanzees. This kitchen mural is a fine addition to the meal preparation area, especially since it’s one of the first places visitors first see during their tours.
Read MoreThe Earthsong Garden
The Earthsong Garden is an outdoor classroom and demonstration garden at Project Chimps, where guests can learn about growing vegetables, fruits, and herbs. Thanks to a partnership with the North Georgia Master Gardeners and a $500 grant, ten trainee master gardeners will expand the garden with new planting areas in Fall 2026.
Read MoreHow Chimpanzees Use Tools
Out in the wild, chimpanzee tool use is necessary for their survival. It’s the same for humans and other primates as well. And just like us, chimpanzees have different cultures and tool usage depending on where they live. Different places require different innovations.
Read MoreSwing Into Adventure with your next Team Building Challenge
Project Chimps’ Chimp Challenge course is an exciting new way to test your climbing, problem-solving solving and teamwork skills while making a difference.
Read MoreAll Aboard the Banana Bus
Are you interested in experiencing wildlife uniquely and excitingly? Project Chimps has just the thing for you—the brand-new Banana Bus! You and your friends now have the opportunity to hop on for a special tour of the sanctuary nestled in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains.
Read MoreBo matures into alpha of Cedar Tree
By Joseph Elliott It’s been a year and a half since separate groups of six males and nine females were put together to form Bo’s group at the Cedar Tree villa. It’s turned out to be a great learning experience both for the chimps and the caregivers alike. In theory, it makes some sense to…
Read MoreChimps’ intelligence stands out for interns
When Victoria Washington reflects on her summer internship at Project Chimps, chimpanzee intelligence stands out the most. “They are really smart, especially when it comes to trading and using tools,” said the recent graduate of Auburn University. “I was really excited to get to see that in person. I think that was the most amazing…
Read MoreTriggs honors ‘Jane and Flint’ with mural
Nell Triggs combined fond childhood memories with her professional career in her mural “Jane and Flint” inside a Project Chimps villa.
Read MoreVaughn adds valuable experience to medical clinic
After 40 years in the medical field, Mike Vaughn decided to take some time off from the emergency room. In the meantime, he’s putting his skills to use with a new type of medical clinic. Following an Appalachian Trail hike with his son in April 2020, Mike spent the past year pouring himself into volunteer work…
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