Grooming is one of the most important activities in chimpanzee society. The caregivers at CSNW play an important role in the chimps’ social world, so we also groom with the chimps when they request it. Some of the chimps like to be groomed by their caregivers, but others, like Jamie, prefer to do the grooming.
Denice says
“special”
Anna says
It’s such a sweet statement that the chimps choose to share this bonding ritual with their caregivers. 🙂
Eric Dodge says
Not to mention the amount of mutual trust that goes with grooming.
Linda (Portland, OR) says
What a beautiful picture. Wish it was “my hand” on the right.
Kathy Haydel says
That is such a touching photo. I agree with Linda, I wish that was me.. god bless these beautiful creatures that are having a good life now thanks to the sanctuary.
Candy (Tyler, Texas) says
I agree with you Anna, what a truly wonderful gift you received J.B. Jamie looks like she’s been filing her nails again, nice and short. This is a really a good picture, I love chimpanzee hands.
marie cross (uk) says
me too candy , but got to confess i like chimp feet even more 🙂 this is a beautiful image x
Julie Harding says
I was hoping that hairy hand was J.B.’s!! Great photo!!
leslie sodaro says
a stunning, powerful image … if only it could always be this … not one species dominating, incarcerating and obliterating another … oops, sorry (no, i’m not)
Jeani Goodrich says
This photo just brought tears to my eyes. It is so touching and I feel honored to get a peek into this exchange. How lucky you are J.B. and how lucky the chimps are now to have that kind of trust in humans so they can enjoy their life. Thanks for the photo J.B. and welcome back.
J.B. says
Credit goes to Jackie for the great photo
Theresa says
What a touching photo, Jackie. I love this image of trust and love.