Each and every day, the chimpanzees are given various enrichment objects, including dolls, boots, hard plastic and wooden toys, blankets, paper and a slew of other items for them to use at their own will. Each of the chimps prefer different items, say for instance, Foxie loves her dolls, Jamie loves her boots and Negra and Jody love their blankets. But, for Burrito, food tends to be the best enrichment of all!
Check out Anna’s great blog post for more about how we use food in different forms as enrichment for the chimps.
Burrito
And here’s a bonus picture of Annie that I couldn’t resist adding to the blog.
They are both unbelievably cute. Such innocent expressions. Bless them:)
Those photos are amazing !!! The intimacy of the shots, the little smile on their faces, the brussels in their hands – all of it wonderful !! Thank you!
I love these photos; all of them, really. The chimps’ hands fascinate me, and the deep, soulful look in their eyes. Thank you for the work you do. These chimps live in paradise.
Handfulls for Burrito! What a happy chap! Wish these photos had sound effects. : )
I know you cook sweet potatoes for the chimps and they love them, do you ever roast or cook their brussels sprouts?!
Hey Kathleen. Yes, we do roast the brussels sprouts too and the chimps seem to love them that way as well. Roasted carrots, squash, pumpkin, brussels sprouts are among their favorites!
Thank you Keri, my favorites too. : )
I hate BS but these photos are just too adorable for words.
Great pictures!
I can hardly take in the adorable cuteness all in one sitting!