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Primarily Primates @primarilyprimates.bsky.social · 7d

We are sending a huge THANK YOU to every single person who donated/ supported us in any way through Giving Day for Apes

We are beyond grateful to have raised $40,602 from over 200 different donors, besting a personal record, to build a new enclosure for our beloved chimps!

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Primarily Primates @primarilyprimates.bsky.social · 8d

Giving Day for Apes is TODAY! 🥳

Your questions, answered. The link to donate is belowand we know that each of our 31 chimps will benefit from every single dollar donated.

And share with a chimp-loving friend!

www.givingdayforapes.org/story/xmzgpf

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Primarily Primates @primarilyprimates.bsky.social · 12d

Giving Day for Apes, a global fundraiser to support sanctuaries and for these special primates, is Tuesday, Oct. 7th!

PPI is honored to be a part of this event, and we know that each of our 31 chimps will benefit from every single dollar donated❤️

Donate:

www.givingdayforapes.org/story/xmzgpf

Support Help PPI build a new home for chimps in need! on Giving Day for Apes

With your help, we can make this chimpanzee house a chimpanzee home!

www.givingdayforapes.org

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Primarily Primates @primarilyprimates.bsky.social · 13d

Mark your calendars for October 7–Giving Day for Apes: a global fundraiser to support sanctuaries and for these special primates. PPI is honored to be a part of this event, and we know that each of our 31 chimps will benefit from every single dollar donated.

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Primarily Primates @primarilyprimates.bsky.social · Sep 8

We're heartbroken to share that chimpanzee Jason passed at age 33.

Rescued from research, Jason spent 25 years at PPI. He was known for his smile, infectious joy and love of treats.

He lived closely with his companion Baxter, who will miss him dearly--as will we all.

Rest easy, Jason ❤️

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Primarily Primates @primarilyprimates.bsky.social · Jun 4

Pant-hoots for the airwomen and airmen from Lackland Air Force Base who recently volunteered with us. They made enrichment items, chopped produce and organized our winter barn.

And of course, fell in love with Baxter, who was born in 1999 in a lab that is now defunct.

THANK YOU!

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Primarily Primates @primarilyprimates.bsky.social · May 20

Primarily Primates is home to more than just primates--we rescued 3 wild horses from BLM captivity.

Here's Comanche and Bindi bonding through mutual grooming, a powerful display of trust and connection.

You can learn more about PPI's horses here: primarilyprimates.org/horsing-arou...

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Primarily Primates @primarilyprimates.bsky.social · May 12

Herbie, one of our newest residents, is in a Texas state of mind! Clearly, he’s adjusting and embracing his new chapter at Primarily Primates, along with Emma, CJ and Jackson.

Herbie is looking for sponsors! You can help by sponsoring him here:

primarilyprimates.org/product/herb...

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Primarily Primates @primarilyprimates.bsky.social · May 8

PPI applauds Congress’ reintroduction of the Captive Primate Safety Act, which would end the pet primate trade in the US.

PPI knows all too well that primates belong in the wild and not exploited as pets--over half of our primates are ex-pets.

Learn more:

primarilyprimates.org/foa-applauds...

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Primarily Primates @primarilyprimates.bsky.social · May 2

In a sanctuary setting, it's our job to introduce variation for the animals to keep their brains and bodies active.

That's where our enrichment coordinator and San Antonio native, Laura, comes in!

Read more about her important work here:

primarilyprimates.org/enrichment-c...

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Primarily Primates @primarilyprimates.bsky.social · Apr 29

We held a birthday bash for Emma, one of the four chimps we just welcomed!

Our newest residents are looking for sponsors; you can become a sponsor here: primarilyprimates.org/.../don...

Support is greatly appreciated; it costs approximately $35,000-45,000/year to provide care for one chimpanzee.

Emma's Birthday Party

YouTube video by Friends of Animals

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Primarily Primates @primarilyprimates.bsky.social · Apr 15

We're building a new chimpanzee habitat for Herbie, Emma, Jackson & CJ with aerial tunnels, grassy grounds & climbing structures to help them thrive. Donate today to be part of something incredible! bit.ly/newchimps2025

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Primarily Primates @primarilyprimates.bsky.social · Apr 7

Herbie is thriving after his vasectomy and back with his group! Staff painted his nails to distract him post-surgery and he rocked the look! Visit our site to learn more about this group+donate towards their greenspace! bit.ly/newchimps2025

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Primarily Primates @primarilyprimates.bsky.social · Apr 4

Big news! We have welcomed four chimpanzees from the now-closed Freedom for Great Apes. They're settling in, but we need your help to finish their new outdoor space! Watch the video of their arrival: www.youtube.com/watch?v=X-PX... and donate here: bit.ly/newchimps2025

Primarily Primates welcomes four chimpanzees

YouTube video by Friends of Animals

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Primarily Primates @primarilyprimates.bsky.social · Apr 3

Something big is happening at Primarily Primates and we can’t wait to share it with you! Be on the lookout for an exciting video update from the sanctuary...you won’t want to miss this. #chimp #chimpanzee

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Primarily Primates @primarilyprimates.bsky.social · Mar 27

Intergenerational friendships aren’t just for humans—just ask Joe Joe and Elfie! Elfie, a 20-year-old long-tailed macaque, has always had a nurturing side. After caring for an elderly vervet, she’s now taken young Joe Joe under her wing. #primates #sanctuary

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Primarily Primates @primarilyprimates.bsky.social · Mar 17

Better get some Easter eggs on their way to our Texas sanctuary PLEASE because Grace is just one chimp who loves to locate and eat what's inside.

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Friends of Animals @foaorg.bsky.social · Mar 12

Spring means Big Nights for frogs, toads & salamanders, but roads make migration dangerous. 🐸 🚗 Slow down on rainy nights above 40°F, avoid wooded roads & push for crossing signs to help them survive! #BigNights #SlowDownForWildlife friendsofanimals.org/big-nights-a...

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Friends of Animals @foaorg.bsky.social · Mar 14

On March 18, Friends of Animals will argue before the 10th Circuit to stop the BLM from erasing Wyoming’s wild horses to appease the meat industry. Wild horses absolutely have a legal right to exist on public lands and we intend to prove it. friendsofanimals.org/friends-of-a...

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Friends of Animals @foaorg.bsky.social · Mar 17

The 2025 State of the Birds Report is a wake-up call...one-third of U.S. bird species are in decline, with 42 at critically low levels. Habitat destruction+pesticides are driving them toward extinction. friendsofanimals.org/birds-contin... #ProtectWildBirds #Birding #birdwatching

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Primarily Primates @primarilyprimates.bsky.social · Mar 17

Cheetah's birthday is around the corner. Meanwhile, he and ShuShu have two new chimpanzee pals, Norma and Selena have been socialized with them, and this week Mighty Fine makes his appearance. A group of 2 expands to 5!

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Primarily Primates @primarilyprimates.bsky.social · Mar 17

Lemurs have a fruit and nut party today. It's Maisha's tribe and they're female led!

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Primarily Primates @primarilyprimates.bsky.social · Mar 12

Happy National Plant a Flower Day! 🌸 Maggie, a very lovely mangabey, knows the importance of taking time today to smell the flowers! You can help all the primates at our sanctuary flourish by sponsoring a monkey today! Visit our website to learn how: primarilyprimates.org/product.../d...

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Primarily Primates @primarilyprimates.bsky.social · Mar 10

We’re having an amazing time at SXSW, sharing the mission of Primarily Primates and talking about how we give rescued animals the care they deserve! 🐵💚 If you’re here, stop by our booth and say hi, we’d love to meet you! #SXSW

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Primarily Primates @primarilyprimates.bsky.social · Feb 19

Laura is 2nd in command in her group and rarely seen without her stuffed sheep “baby.” Like many chimps used as breeders in labs, she carries it to satisfy her maternal instincts. She’s also a foodie who always gets her share first! See how you can sponsor her: primarilyprimates.org/product/laura/

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