Cy has a morning workout routine that no social media fitness influencer could possibly top. He makes sure all of his caregivers are kept in top shape with his favorite cardio workout: morning chase.
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Honey B and Mave Play!
We all know Mave is a laid back chimp, but she has her playful side too. Her playful side might be more short lived than others!
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A very handsome Gordo:
And the ever so beautiful and kind eyed Lucky:
Sock Foot
A chimpanzees’ sense of humor is undoubtedly different from our own but there’s no denying that they find certain things funny. For Missy, nothing is funnier than wearing a sock. Unless it’s giving someone a back massage with an avocado sock-covered foot. That is hilarious.
Chimp ID: Cy
Today’s blog is all about how to ID our lovable friend, Cy! Out of all the chimpanzees I have worked with over the years, I have never met a chimp like Cy. Each chimp I have met has amazing and different qualities about them, but Cy is kind to his very core. Even when he is displaying, he has a play face, he just never seems mad.
Cy is a big guy with an even bigger heart!
Cy has the kindest eyes.
Cy has a prominent white beard. From the front he has very dark features, but from behind his hair is more grayish white. We joke that he reminds us of a gorilla from behind!
Cy is an good leader. He knows how to navigate social situations extremely well. He can recognize when to let things go and when to make a point.
Cy is a bibliophile
Cy resembles his sister Lucky quiet a bit!
Cy is the type of guy to become your instant friend. He will want you to play chase, sit while he tickles the back of your hand, or just hangout with him while he reads.
Cy is also stubborn! He and Lucky are often hold outs, like their half sister Honey B!
The Bees Knees
The thing about Honey B is that she really is the bees knees. I admire Honey B’s spontaneous nature, her silly demeanor, and when she sets her mind on something she won’t let anything get in the way. Honey B decided that yesterday front room 7 did not need to be cleaned. She was kind of right as it really just had toys and a lot of paper, just the way she likes it. However, today I really wanted to clean it for not just Honey B, but for Mave and Willy B too. It didn’t look promising at first, but eventually she shifted over for us.
Honey B in front room 7, just the way she likes it:
After all the front rooms were cleaned we handed Honey B and Mave extra rolls of wrapping paper from their Christmas party!
Mave was very pleased about this!
I will leave you with one last Honey Bees photos.
Playing Chase with Gordo
Gordo’s playful side is really coming out! And he continues to enjoy the never-ending trough of snow.
Front Room Play Sessions
Despite having additional larger indoor and outdoor spaces to choose from, most of the chimpanzees absolutely love hanging out in Front Room 7. This space has a nice view of the human hallway (so you can be the first to spot the next meal service) and we almost always find someone nesting or lounging in this area. This morning, Front Room 7 was the prime play spot for members of Cy’s group.
