Fauna is a protected sanctuary for former biomedical research chimpanzees. Read about the history of Fauna here: http://www.faunafoundation.org/history/
08/16/2026
La tête confortablement posée sur un oreiller, Tatu profite d’un moment de tranquillité bien mérité dans l’un de ses endroits préférés : un grand lit douillet fait de couvertures.
With her head resting comfortably on a pillow, Tatu is enjoying some well-deserved quiet time in one of her favorite spots—a big, cozy bed made of soft blankets. 🛏️💚
Loulis shows us that sometimes, the simplest ideas can be the most entertaining. Today, he enjoyed bottles of water filled with grapes—a fun little challenge and a delicious reward! 🍇💚
Loulis nous montre que parfois, les idées les plus simples peuvent être les plus divertissantes. Aujourd’hui, il a profité de bouteilles d’eau contenant des raisins à l’intérieur — un petit défi amusant et une délicieuse récompense! 🍇💚
Qui a dit que la soupe à l’oignon était réservée aux froides journées d’hiver? 🧅☀️
Même en plein été, Tatu savoure avec bonheur un bon bol de soupe à l’oignon bien. Tout comme nous, les chimpanzés ont leurs propres préférences, et certains favoris sont appréciés en toute saison.
Who says onion soup is only for cold winter days? 🧅☀️
Even in the middle of summer, Tatu happily enjoys a delicious bowl of onion soup. Just like us, chimpanzees have their own unique preferences, and some favorites never go out of season.
Did you know chimpanzees communicate with more than just vocalizations? 🐵
Head nodding and the playful “Bronx cheer” (blowing a raspberry) are two behaviors they use to communicate. Depending on the context, these gestures can help get someone’s attention, invite interaction, or express excitement. Their rich communication reminds us just how intelligent and expressive chimpanzees are! 💚
Saviez-vous que les chimpanzés communiquent avec bien plus que des vocalisations? 🐵
Le hochement de tête et le « Bronx cheer » font partie des nombreux comportements qu’ils utilisent pour communiquer. Selon le contexte, ces gestes peuvent servir à attirer l’attention, inviter à une interaction ou exprimer leur enthousiasme. Leur riche langage nous rappelle à quel point les chimpanzés sont intelligents et expressifs! 💚
07/14/2026
ITS WORLD CHIMPANZEE DAY 💙💙💙
Today we celebrate our closest living relatives.
Chimpanzees laugh.
They love.
They learn.
They grieve.
They hope.
They enrich our forests, strengthen biodiversity, and remind us of the deep connections we share with the natural world.
Today, we celebrate chimpanzees!
And every day we commit to protecting them.
Because family is worth protecting.
💚 Happy World Chimpanzee Day!
Call to Action:
✔ Learn
✔ Share
✔ Speak Up
✔ Support Conservation
✔ Stand Up For Our Closest Cousins
07/14/2026
La Journée mondiale des chimpanzés est célébrée chaque 14 juillet. Elle commémore l’arrivée, en 1960, de la primatologue Jane Goodall au parc national de Gombe, en Tanzanie, où ses observations ont révolutionné notre compréhension des chimpanzés.
Nous vous invitons à célébrer ces êtres extraordinaires en découvrant davantage leur réalité, en sensibilisant votre entourage et en soutenant les organisations qui œuvrent pour leur protection.
Ensemble, nous pouvons contribuer à bâtir un avenir où tous les chimpanzés seront traités avec le respect et la compassion qu’ils méritent. ❤️
World Chimpanzee Day is celebrated every July 14. It commemorates the arrival of primatologist Jane Goodall at Gombe National Park in Tanzania in 1960, where her groundbreaking observations transformed our understanding of chimpanzees.
We invite you to celebrate these extraordinary beings by learning more about their lives, raising awareness among your family and friends, and supporting the organizations dedicated to their protection.
Together, we can help build a future where all chimpanzees are treated with the respect and compassion they deserve. ❤️
07/13/2026
DAY THIRTEEN - Stand Up For Your Cousins
Chimpanzees need us to take action‼️
In many ways they cannot speak for themselves but …
We can.🙏🏽
Today, stand proudly with chimpanzees and show your support.
💚 Because family deserves protection.
Call to Action: tell someone you meet …
“I Stand Up For Our Closest Cousins.”
07/12/2026
DAY TWELVE - Our Future Together
The future of chimpanzees depends on the choices we make today.
Protecting forests.
Supporting conservation.
Speaking up for wildlife.
Each decision helps shape tomorrow.
Together, we can build a future where chimpanzees continue to thrive in the wild.
🌍 Our future is connected.
Call to Action: tell us why chimpanzees matter to you 🩵
07/11/2026
DAY ELEVEN - Our Cousins Need Allies 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
Chimpanzees can’t speak out against habitat loss, wildlife trafficking, or the many other threats they face.
But we can. 🔈
Every voice raised for conservation helps protect our closest living relatives.
Together, we can be the allies chimpanzees need. 🫂
🩵 Stand up for our closest cousins.
Call to Action: tell us one way you’ll be an ally for chimpanzees. 🫶🏽🫶🏽🫶🏽
07/10/2026
DAY TEN - Small Actions Matter ⭐️
Protecting chimpanzees doesn’t always require big gestures.
One conversation.
One share.
One donation.
One volunteer.
One voice.
Together, small actions create lasting change.🫶
Every action counts. 👏
Call to Action: choose one action you’ll take today.