Photos: Fall Enrichment Brings the Pant-Hoots

The Chimp Haven Behavior team brings out all the stops when it comes to creating the novel enrichment the chimps receive 365 days per year. Enrichment is meant to stimulate the chimps mentally and encourage them to exhibit a host of species-typical behaviors, and their Behavior team are pros at coming up with creative new ideas that excite the chimps’ senses.

This fall that included Pickle Day, a “happy hour” for Gracie’s group, and brightly colored origami. Scroll on for cute pics of the chimps digging in!

Pickle Day

Calvin, Sidney, and Sean, who takes the prize for best pickle face!

Happy Hour

Happy hour included sugar-free Pina Chimpladas and Pant-hoot Mocktails with edible straws. L-R: Josie and Suhna

Origami

Sara Soda and Hannah appreciated the care that staff put into their origami pieces, while Sonya was less than impressed.

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