Posts Tagged ‘project chimps’
Cozy 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 MoreHealing After Foot Surgery
By Morgan Kelly Brave New Bo Bo is one of the bravest chimps here at the sanctuary. He’s the alpha of the Cedar Tree Villa, which means he’s the big guy in charge. But with great power comes great responsibility. As the alpha, Bo has to settle arguments in his group and chimps settle arguments…
Read MoreThe Artistic Mind of a Chimpanzee Painter
By James Oatis Have you heard about a chimpanzee painter? Chimpanzees are the closest animals to humans as they share 98% of our DNA. Because of this similarity, and their obvious intelligence, anthropologists and scientists became curious if chimpanzees had a sense of artistry. The answer to this question is very complex and can be…
Read MoreChimpanzee Intelligence: The Vala-chimp-torians of the Sanctuary
By James Oatis Chimpanzee intelligence is not in question here. In scientific circles, a common fascination comes from the intelligence of animals. From elephants to dolphins, scientists have found many animals that have gained a reputation for being wise or smart. It is important, however, to distinguish human and animal intelligence as most of the…
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.
Read MoreProject Chimps’ Easter Egg Hunt
By Morgan Kelly What better way to celebrate the coming of spring than with an Easter egg hunt? Maybe with an egg hunt at a chimpanzee sanctuary! On April 12th, we held our first annual Easter Egg Hunt at Project Chimps. Visitors spent the morning joining in on some spring-related fun, learning about the sanctuary…
Read MoreRUSTY’s T-Rex-cellent Dinosaur Birthday Party!
By Morgan Kelly On April 25, 2025, Project Chimps resident Rusty turns 40! As the oldest chimp at the sanctuary, Rusty holds a special place in our hearts. But rest assured, he’s no dinosaur—even though he sounds like one with his iconic “Rusty Roar”! We’ll celebrate Rusty’s birthday with a special dinosaur birthday party. A…
Read MoreChimp Conflicts and the Peacemaker
Just like people, chimpanzees’ friendships are important as they care for each other, as seen by behaviors and time spent together.
Read MoreDo chimps get bored?
While Leo loves the newspaper, he only sees it about once or twice a week. This is to keep the newspaper as a treat and preserve Leo’s fondness for it.
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