by Becca Banks | Nov 6, 2016 | Ciera, Donald, George, Luke, Saidah, The Chimps, The Monkeys, Toby
Most species of primates who live in social groups follow dominance hierarchies. Hierarchies establish rank between members of a group. Higher-ranking members have better access to resources and more power within the group. The leader, or alpha, of a social group is...
by Becca Banks | Jul 31, 2016 | Ciera, Food & Enrichment, Jake, Junior, Maddie, Martina, Noelle, Rainey, Rodney, The Chimps, The Monkeys, Toby, Tonya, Zulu
The weather here in Nicholasville, KY has been scorching this summer! The primates love to cool off with tasty frozen treats, like homemade juice pops or frozen grapes, but their favorite way to beat the heat is with a pool party! Inside each monkey enclosure are...
by Eileen Dunnington Dallaire | Apr 15, 2016 | Bubbles, Carlos, Ciera, Donald, Food & Enrichment, Jenny, Luke, Maggie, Mandy, Martina, Noelle, Non-Primate Residents, Pozna, Rainey, Rodney, The Chimps, The Monkeys, Victoria, Zulu
The chimps are kissing winter goodbye and embracing sun-filled days spent lounging, grooming and playing in their massive outdoor enclosure. What better way to ring in springtime festivities than by throwing the first outdoor chimp party of the season? Our outstanding...
by Laura Clifford | Feb 4, 2015 | Bubbles, Ciera, Cory, Ike, The Chimps, The Monkeys
Whether in the wild or in captivity, chimpanzees and monkeys spend a large portion of their time grooming one another. Grooming is not only a great way to keep everyone clean and comfortable, it is also a great way to build and maintain good relationships within a...
