Negra doesn’t spend as much time outside on Young’s Hill as the other chimpanzees. She seems to feel safer and more comfortable inside. And when she does go out, she doesn’t venture far. So we’re always excited to see Negra explore new territory on the hill.
This morning we set up a breakfast forage outside, and included some lettuce (Negra’s favorite). Negra couldn’t resist, and she joined the rest of the group as they went out to forage for breakfast. As if that wasn’t exciting enough, she spotted some lettuce on top of a climbing structure. Negra’s not much of a climber, and most of the climbing structures on Young’s Hill have remained unexplored by her. This morning’s lettuce, though, was incentive enough to brave the unknown.
This makes me so, so happy!!!
I love that especially large round belly of hers!
bless her…..
It’s wonderful to see Negra and the other chimps enjoying life!
Hooray Negra !!
Thrilling pics of wonderful Negra, the first that I’ve see of her climbing! What a thrill.
Lesson learned. Use lettuce to lure Negra outside.
how wonderful
Excellent , so wonderful to see Negra reaching out beyond her comfort level,
whilst keeping her eyes on the prize, lettuce
Oh my! This almost made me cry. What a brave new world. That is an impressive climb Neggie! I am trying to imagine the courage to reach so far out of your comfort zone, sigh…… I am so proud of her. I bet that was the best lettuce she ever ate! I hope this becomes a new pleasure for her.
Did she remain on the platform for a while enjoying the view?
Excellent photos, I love the last image of Negra peeking out at us. Best post ever!! Thanks.
Hi Kathleen! It was pretty amazing to witness. 🙂 She stayed on the platform for several minutes enjoying the lettuce, and once that was gone, she climbed down and headed into the greenhouse.