The chimps had a very nice day! Most of the day was spent out on the Hill or in the Green House. Everyone went straight out to Young’s Hill once it was opened, even Neggie ran out right away. Negra also lead the group out for the lunch forage today! However, it must be snake season because before anyone went outside some surveillance had to be done. Annie, who is terrified of snakes, looked out towards the Hill from in the race way, making sure her toes never touched the ground. Foxie, brave little Foxie, lead everyone out giving everyone the okay, but all the chimps made sure to keep their eye out.
Foxie:
Annie:
Negra wadging pineapple:
Miss eating chow:
Jody with a loose lip giving level 3 caregiver Jake some reassurance:
Annie bipedally walking and inspecting for snakes:
Missy, the good friend that she is, giving Annie some back up:
Foxie, Annie, & Missy going out to venture on the secure Hill:
Jody watching over everyone:
And enjoying the tall green grass:
Negra:
Missy (top), Annie (middle), Foxie (below) hanging out on the new structure:
Jamie doing her perimeter check:
Jamie and I also saw Jody and Negra along the way. They were foraging on some of the natural plants that grow on the Hill.
Jody:
Negra:
Foxie enjoying the sunshine:
Later, while cleaning was going on, we caught Jamie using a toothbrush to brush this dolls hair (It was a very sweet moment):
Days like today make my heart feel so full of joy, these chimps are simply amazing. Nothing makes you feel better than seeing happy chimps grooming and playing together all day.
