The hawk saga has continued this week and the chimps are still on high alert. Last week, J.B. posted about a hawk that caused the chimps to be somewhat apprehensive.
Here’s a couple shots of the hawk (we’re calling him Hank).
Since Hank has been hanging out this whole week, the chimps are more used to his presence, but they are still very territorial. Today, Missy was still a little apprehensive and took cover inside the tunnel, and then ran back toward the safety of the chimp house. But Foxie, Jody, and Jamie were on patrol letting Hank know who’s in charge.
Missy emerging from the tunnel:
Foxie, Jody, and Jamie on alert:
And then on patrol to secure the rest of the territory:
Jamie took one last look back to make sure Hank learned his lesson:
It’s really great getting to see the chimps exhibit such a naturalistic behavior—patrolling the fence line and defending their home.
