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Some things never change

September 23, 2013 by Elizabeth

We often write about changes we’ve seen in the chimpanzees since their arrival from the research lab a little over five years ago. Physically and emotionally, they are different chimps. They are stronger, happier, and undoubtedly more alive.

But in many ways, they have held onto some parts of their old selves. One of Negra’s most enduring – and endearing – habits is to drape a blanket over her head like a poncho. It seems to help her feel secure in her ever-changing world.

September 2008:

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October 2008:

web Foxie on deck outside, Negra in blanket in background

April 2009:

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December 2009:

web negra sit nest playroom catwalk close-up blanket_MG_5080

May 2010:

web Negra shiny hair red blanket over head outdoor area_MG_6456

web Negra rest playroom catwalk blanket over head nest_MG_6697

July 2010:

web Negra blanket head OA_MG_7236

March 2011:

web Negra yellow blanket catwalk playroom IMG_1751

July 2012:

web negra blanket on head bottom lip stick out window catwalk PR IMG_4869

September 2012:

web don't post Negra purple blanket GH_MG_9771

web Negra under green blanket good neggie face nest playroom IMG_9607

February 2013:

web_Negra lay down in nest under blanket front rooms IMG_3009

March 2013:

web negra eyes closed sleep catwalk lay under red blanket pr _MG_1279

September 2013:

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  1. Cody Marie Phoenix says

    September 23, 2013 at 5:20 pm

    Ain’t a thing wrong with that Negra! You do what you want to do now and if that includes your super cape then so be it! 😀

  2. Rita Stevenson says

    September 23, 2013 at 7:49 pm

    Thats right Negra, you just keep on keeping on, Blankets do bring such comfort and safety,
    So glad Negra has found herself LOTS of comfort and joy,, and her fave iceberg lettuce, sunflower seeds, NIGHT BAGS, more blankets, NESTING, relaxing, napping, sleeping in, smiling, that CLAP for immediate service from her subjects, Sweet Negra,, had it made at last. love you sweetheart, <3

  3. Wanda Trottas says

    September 23, 2013 at 8:34 pm

    Is she not the most beautiful of creatures! Every time I look at my credit card when using it (and that’s too many times:)) I think of the “7”! She is the queen – “Long live the Queen”! So much love pours in to the “7” that they must feel it:) And hopefully all you two legged ones feel the love for you too!
    Here’s to many more photos of Negra, the Queen!

  4. diana says

    September 24, 2013 at 10:38 am

    Those Eyes are so wise

  5. Mary C Otterness says

    September 24, 2013 at 11:17 am

    I have always loved that Negra!

  6. d. says

    September 24, 2013 at 2:34 pm

    that face!

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