Chimpanzee Sanctuary Northwest

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Snake Patrol

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As you may have read on the blog, the chimps recently encountered a snake in one of the bamboo groves.  The snake was clearly still on their minds on they ventured out onto the hill this morning.

They had all night to think about how scary it was and to dwell on the fact that it had eluded capture. It could still be out there.

Jamie immediately led a patrol to the area where the snake was last seen.

Foxie, Missy, Annie, Burrito, and Jody all followed but began to peel off one by one as the approached the bamboo grove.

It would be up to Jamie. Alone but undeterred, she climbed onto a structure to scan the grass for any sign of the intruder.

She moved from one vantage point to the next without setting foot on the ground below.

She watched patiently from the safety of her fire hose perch.

She searched for any sign of movement in the grass.

For all she knew, it could be right underneath her.

At last, she gave the all clear. But that didn’t mean that she was going to push her luck. There are plenty of other places to hang out besides that particular bamboo grove.

Which may very well still be hiding a snake.

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  1. Thanks for the play by play on the snake hunt! I could feel the tension, the drama, the camaraderie, the team effort! Love the Cle Elem 7: we’re so blessed to be able to be a part of their lives!

  2. Oh my goodness! I love them so much. I love how much they protect and support each other, such smart and special beings. The safety and care you all provide allows them to grow and thrive. Thank you.

  3. Wow, that’s intense. Jamie is a worthy leader. Negra must have stayed safely in the greenhouse. ?

  4. I love these guys so much. And the little stories about their daily lives are charming, full of affection and humor. This blog is helping me stay sane in the current political climate, the one thing I can count on making me smile.

  5. Braver than I could ever be! All of them, together, searching for what scares them — I’d be on the top level of the greenhouse…..hummm, maybe that’s where Negra was. Jamie is so incredible, I hope she didn’t stay awake the night before worrying about where that snake was. Jamie is invincible, and I hope that snake now knows who he is dealing with.

  6. Now you have really outdone yourselves. This was so creative and clever. I don’t know how you people come up with such wonderful ideas. With all the hard work and long hours you all have, it amazes me that you put so much time into these theme parties.