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hiii my name is parker im 18 im getting my degree in primate ecology & behavior and also a degree in anthropology! I have adhd so my special interest since i was a kid has been apes (my favs are orangutans!! I hope to make more friends on here!
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We’re delighted to share that Hesty, our 15-year-old Sumatran orangutan, gave birth to a healthy male infant on Sunday, May 24! While all our baby births are precious, this is especially exciting for first-time mom Hesty and is a huge conservation win for the Critically Endangered species!
Hesty is already demonstrating strong maternal instincts and bonding beautifully with her son. Because Hesty’s anatomy closely resembled that of her mother, Nias, her dedicated Animal Care teams have spent years proactively training with her so she could voluntarily participate in both her own care and her baby’s care if additional support was ever needed. While the team was prepared to step in if difficulties arose, Hesty and her baby boy have successfully figured things out together, and both nursing and bonding are progressing well.
As expected for any new mom, Hesty is spending most of her time resting behind the scenes and keeping her baby close as they continue to bond and adjust together. Our Great Apes building may be temporarily closed to the public at times to allow Hesty and baby time to acclimate. Stay tuned for more information about member sneak peeks and when baby will make his public debut!
Learn more about Hesty, this adorable new addition and how you can help name him here:https://t.co/hmcOEWlpxp @Intermountain
@flangedmale honestly for me one of them was matching w my best friend and based off an lps but for my gibbon one I just had the concept and gave my artist freedom I have a very fuck it attitude about tattoos I don’t put much thought so I just have fun w it! gibbons aren’t even my fav ape lol
the entire story of travis the chimp goes much deeper than "he snapped one day and mauled his owners friend" but that doesn't seem as interesting to you guys.