Chimpanzees have a variety of vocalizations: some to warn their group members of potential danger, some when they’re excited, some when they’re anxious or scared, some when they’re happy, playing, or greeting someone… In the captive world, the chimpanzees also use vocalizations to express their specific needs/wants to their caregivers. As CSNW caregivers, we have been conditioned to know what certain vocalizations are, based on who they come from and what the context is.

For today’s blog, I have compiled 6 of the top sounds you would hear from our chimp residents and I explain their special meaning.

Enjoy!