Volunteer caregiver Sandra came up with the idea to fill small water balloons with water (with a few blueberries) and then freeze them as enrichment for the chimpanzees. After they were frozen, we removed the balloon portion, leaving behind balls of ice with frozen berries inside. Ice provides a lot of enrichment for the chimps. And ice with frozen blueberries inside seems to be even more enjoyable when temperatures exceed 100 degrees like they did today.
I can’t decide which part I love more; Jamie’s use of a tool or Foxie rubbing her toes together…which is your favorite?
Love both methods of getting the berries.
I loved both!
Absolutely adorable.
I love it all, tools and toes, but Jamie’s pant hoot was my very favorite part!! Especially her last 3 little barks. LOVED it!
LOVE! ice treats are awesome no matter how they are made. this is a great idea. make sure to check, some balloons have powder in them, not sure if thats a caution point or not. … jamie’s tool use is brilliant! i have no doubt how smart they are, but still always joyed to see it confirmed. … those foxie toes are adorable! thank you for enriching everyday of their lives and for making them feel comfortable and content!
Hi Tiki. Thank you for your comment! Yes, you are absolutely right in that some balloons do have a powder inside. A rinse before filling them up all the way helps to get rid of it.
Such a clever girl that Jamie! And Foxie, well I could watch video of her rubbing her toes together – all day long … Warms my heart.
How can you pick between these two adorable ladies?!!? Jamie’s pant hoots or Foxie’s cute toes, OMG! I can’t believe anyone can choose one over the other! Great idea with the ice balls and blueberries and great video. Thanks.
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