Chimpanzee Sanctuary Northwest

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Five Facts about Terry

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1) Terry is an all around good guy. He’s loyal and easy going. He’s a popular grooming partner in his group and a popular chase partner with his caregivers.

2) Terry’s eating habits are also easygoing. He’s not a picky guy!

3) Terry likes to lick the back of our hands, instead of the traditional “chimp kiss.”

4) Terry loves to explore the Bray! We often find him heading out for adventures, both alone and with his friends.

5) Terry is a unique guy with a fluffy exterior and a freckled face. Jenna just pointed out to me he’s also shaped like a “C.”

PS! There’s still time to vote for the 2025 CSNW Calendar cover photo!

 

Five Facts about Negra

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1) Negra is the oldest chimpanzee living at the sanctuary. She was born in 1973 but we aren’t sure of her actual birthday because she was captured in the wild as an infant.

2) Negra’s favorite activities include sleeping in a massive pile of blankets  and watching her caregivers dance for her. Today I practiced some pirouettes in front of her and she encouraged me to keep going by nodding and gesturing from her nest.

3) Despite her curvy figure, she actually can be quite picky with what she likes to eat.  She loves lettuce, peanut butter and primate chow above most everything else.

4. Negra is a chimpanzee that sticks to her routine but can still surprise us from time to time. There’s nothing quite like watching Negra decide to head up to the top of  Young’s Hill in search of edible plants.

5. Negra is an independent and highly respected member of her group. She has rightfully earned her title of “Queen” at CSNW.