Earlier, Burrito was sitting at the door to Young’s Hill and appeared to be thinking about going out there but couldn’t seem to make up his mind. He and I started playing a little game of chase and tickle, but after a little while he walked into the greenhouse and sat next to Foxie. Foxie was laying on her back holding a string of troll dolls above her head. She waved them around a little bit and started playfully spinning on her back. Burrito was still quietly sitting beside her, pretending not to notice. Burrito is very shy and sometimes seems to not want you to know that he wants to hang out when I think he really does. Occasionally, he’ll approach someone (caregivers usually) and seemingly pretend to be doing something else like foraging for food, when in reality, I think he just wants to get a little closer so you will initiate a game of tickle or chase. Foxie must have been completely aware of what Burrito was doing, because she all of the sudden popped up and started poking and tickling Burrito. Pretty soon, they were wrestling and laughing uncontrollably.
Burrito is on the right, Foxie is on the left, poking Burrito’s side
He tried to steal Foxie’s string of troll dolls
but that didn’t last long
Look close at this next photo- Burrito is pinching Foxie’s ear.
SO sweet!!
These chimps are soooo lucky to have you and you have them. What a joy that I have reading all about them and how they act with each other. Thank you so much for sharing all of this with us.
Well, Foxie certainly knows how to bring Mr. B out of his shell. So SWEET.
I love it – our cat is just like that – foxy handled it well. What a great fun clip!
Miss FOXIE ,, the ever so ready,,for games and playfullnes,, I love how FOXIE always loves to play with her buddy Burrito,,he certainly knows she is always up for fun and games,,
I truly love how the chimps interact with each and give each other what they needs, whether it’s reassurance from Jamie, or sweet little play from Foxie, or fun and games between friends like Missy and Annie. The dynamics of this group are so interesting to see – and so rewarding for all of us to learn. Thank you for continually and regularly sharing how special these gals and guy are!
Yes, the CSNW chimps seem very attuned to each other. It is sweet how Foxie accomodated Burrito’s needs there, and then both ended up really getting into the play! Foxie’s lesson to me today: stay open, be playful,give a little and all will benefit!
REALLY loved the photo of Burrito with the totally unfettered open-mouthed laugh — makes me smile just to see it! And that ear pinch! Look how he’s really concentrating on that! 🙂
I just love Burrito and Foxie and their close friendship. These pictures are great. Thanks!
Just love the pics!! Thank you so much for doing such an amazing job with the chimps and then finding time to keep us informed. They are so special!!!!! 😉
I love Foxie,,and I love Burrito too, Foxie is such a kind and caring chimpanzee. I love how she always takes good care of Burrito.She certainly does read Burrito very well and more often than not , Foxie gives in to Burrito’s need for play,fun and games.Foxie is always willing to help her chimp sisters and only brother,