by Michael Bliss | Nov 15, 2021 | Donald, Ike, Interns, Martina, Rodney, The Chimps
In general, primates are social animals. There are many benefits for being a part of a social system, one being protection. Of course, there are some exceptions to this general principle, for instance, the male orangutan, perhaps for the purpose of restraining the number of members competing for the same recourses, but this is not a common theme among the primate order.
by Melanie Parker | Sep 29, 2021 | Bisou, Cysgo, Dewey, Donald, Grady, Ike, Jenny, JennyG, Maggie, Martina, Noelle, Rodney, The Chimps, The Monkeys, Victoria, Zoe, Zulu
The Primate Rescue Center rescued its first monkey, Gizmo, in 1987 and began a journey which has now spanned 34 years and given refuge to hundreds of primates along the way.
by Melanie Parker | Feb 10, 2021 | Annabelle, Donald, Food & Enrichment, Ike, Jake, Jenny, Maddie, Martina, Noelle, Rodney, The Chimps, Victoria, Zulu
Thanks to our generous donors, Primate Pals and friends of the PRC who donated tons of toys, gifts and tasty snacks, the chimps and monkeys had an awesome time last month opening all of their presents on “Chimpmas” day.
by Laura Clifford | Dec 17, 2020 | Donald, Food & Enrichment, Ike, Jenny, Martina, Noelle, Rodney, The Chimps, The Monkeys, Victoria, Ways to Help, Zulu
It’s our favorite time of year – Chimpmas is almost here! The chimps thought long and hard about what they wanted to ask for, and we have compiled their list here. Take a look at their wish lists, and maybe you can make a Chimpmas wish come true!
by Laura Clifford | Jul 14, 2020 | Cory, Donald, Ike, Jenny, Martina, Noelle, Rodney, The Chimps, Victoria, Zulu
Today is World Chimpanzee Day – a day to celebrate all chimpanzees, wild and captive. We want to spend today highlighting and honoring the nine chimpanzees who call the PRC home! Each chimp is a unique individual with their own likes, dislikes and interests, and we...
by Melanie Parker | Sep 22, 2019 | Peanut, Rodney, Ways to Help
Get to know one of the PRC residents while supporting their daily needs through a symbolic adoption. As a nonprofit sanctuary, our fundraising efforts can never cease! Although we are incredibly grateful that each resident at the PRC now has a Pal, we will always...
