Beardsley Zoo Welcomes Chimpanzee Trio

Rescued Chimps Find New Home

Three orphaned chimpanzees have found a new home at Beardsley Zoo in Connecticut. The chimps, named Cocoa, Bebe, and Gigi, were rescued from a life of neglect and abuse. They are now healthy and happy, and they are enjoying their new life at the zoo.

The Chimps' Story

Cocoa, Bebe, and Gigi were born in the wild in Africa and later rescued by the Jane Goodall Institute. The chimps were brought to the United States in 2013 and placed in a sanctuary. However, the sanctuary was not able to provide the chimps with the care they needed, including proper medical care, socialization, and adequate enrichment. Since then, the chimps have been kept in separate cages.

Permanent Sanctuary

After several years, Beardsley Zoo stepped in to offer the chimps a permanent sanctuary. The zoo has a long history of caring for chimpanzees and has the expertise and resources to provide the chimps with the care they need. The chimps will live in a spacious enclosure that includes trees, rocks, and other natural elements. They will also have access to a variety of enrichment activities, such as toys, puzzles, and food puzzles.

Bright Future

The chimps are now thriving in their new home. They are healthy and happy, and they are enjoying their new life at the zoo. The chimps are a welcome addition to the Beardsley Zoo family, and they are sure to be a hit with visitors.

Facts About Chimpanzees

• Chimpanzees are the closest living relatives to humans, sharing 98% of our DNA.
• Chimpanzees are highly intelligent animals with complex social structures.
• Chimpanzees are endangered, with an estimated population of only 150,000-200,000 remaining in the wild.

How to Help Chimpanzees

There are several things that you can do to help chimpanzees.

• Donate to organizations that work to protect chimpanzees.
• Buy products that are made from sustainable sources.
• Reduce your consumption of meat.
• Educate others about the importance of chimpanzees.

Conclusion

Beardsley Zoo is proud to welcome Cocoa, Bebe, and Gigi to its family. The chimps are a valuable addition to the zoo, and they are sure to be a hit with visitors. We hope that their story will inspire others to learn more about chimpanzees and to take action to help protect them.

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