By Brittany Cohen-Brown | Manager, Membership & Marketing
Meet Tiki, one of the chimpanzees living at the Jane Goodall Institute’s (JGI) Tchimpounga sanctuary.
All chimpanzees are intelligent, but Tiki is one of the brightest chimpanzees that Tchimpounga has ever cared for. Along with having a very sweet and gentle disposition, Tiki has a knack for creatively testing the barriers of his enclosure.
An expert toolmaker, Tiki was actually able to figure out how to divert the current in the electric fence surrounding his area. This genius maneuver allowed Tiki to attempt several escapes … until he had to be moved indoors to prevent future attempts. Although we were sad to have to keep Tiki inside, it was necessary if we were to ensure Tiki’s safety and the safety of our staff members.
But now, because of your help, Tiki is roaming free once again! The support of our generous donors allowed JGI to prepare one of our new island sanctuary sites, Tchibebe Island, for Tiki's release into the forest of Tchibebe.
Tiki can now climb trees, feel the earth under his feet and forage for tasty fruit … a far cry from his life as a confined escape-artist.
Along with his chimpanzee friends, Tiki will be able to explore Tchibebe in total safety for many years to come.
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