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Natural enrichment

April 24, 2016 by Keri -

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We’re always trying to come up with ways to can keep the Cle Elum Seven enriched throughout the day. We offer toys, blankets, boots, dolls, clothing, containers (to name a few) each day. But, sometimes nature provides the best forms of enrichment, including grass and plants to forage, birds to watch (and chase) and snakes to inspect.

So, it’s always nice to incorporate parts of nature into the chimps’ enrichment. Pine cones are a great way to do just that. Add a little peanut butter to the outside, hide a few raisins in the middle and viola, chimpanzee evening enrichment.

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Missy

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Annie

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Jody

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Negra

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4 Comments

  1. Avatar Barbara on April 24, 2016 at 11:42 pm

    Who knew pinecones would be such a great hit1



  2. Avatar Francoise Vulpe on April 25, 2016 at 7:36 am

    You guys are so clever. You can see them thinking and examining the pine cone for another hidden yummy.



  3. Avatar Kathleen on April 25, 2016 at 8:20 am

    Oh I just LOVE this, especially with raisins hidden within!! And look at Annie’s outstretched leg and sweet little foot hanging onto the fire hose! You are all so creative and good to these beloved chimps.



  4. Avatar Shelly on April 25, 2016 at 3:51 pm

    I love the close-up of Jody and also Annie’s foot!



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