Posts tagged chimpanzee
I just wanted to thank all my great followers! I would certainly clean the boogers out of your eyes if you needed me too… (Of course I might also steal your bananas when you aren’t looking.) These are 3 of the wonderful gang from Fauna. You should get to know them at faunachimps.tumblr.com
Binky you are one gorgeous guy. I was thrilled to capture him running. Look at those hands-his knuckles just about to propel him forward. Binkster-you make me smile.
“…and my eyes no longer gaze the same on the face of the world.” ~ John Hatzfeld
Many of you know I volunteer photographing the chimps and animals at Fauna Foundation. This is the handsome Toby, who I have a tremendous fondness for. I have spent many quiet mornings shooting him up in his tree house. I found his expression in this photo to be so profoundly moving-his eyes cast down and his hands tucked in under his chin. He looks like such a thoughtful, old soul. I felt the sepia treatment supported his expression…
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I love photographing the Binkster. He is his own art director, asking to see the photos on my LCD after every shoot. He generally likes to look at them twice. If you are interested in chimps or sanctuary life, you should check out Fauna.
Meet Binky-he’s still looking around for some leftover Christmas treats…
I am not much good at these, but I enjoyed making this one. Merry Christmas to all who celebrate-I hope you are spoiled with love and peace! (And that goes for those who don’t celebrate as well!)
Someone got a present!
Their hands are so emotional.
“Only if we understand can we care. Only if we care will we help. Only if we help shall they be saved.” ~Jane Goodall http:/www.faunafoundation.com
Their fingers and hands mesmerize me.
“The greatest danger to our future is apathy.” Jane Goodall
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I was so happy to get this shot. It is the first time Chance has let me photograph her. She is so gorgeous with all her glorious silvery hair. During her 14 years in the lab, Chance had a terrible time and would bite her fingers, pull out her hair and slap herself continually. Now she lives a better life at Fauna where she has learned valuable social skills from her chimp family. Please read Chance’s incredible story here. If you are not already following faunachimps, I am sure they would welcome your support.
The gorgeous Chance!
I found this fascinating and thought perhaps, you might as well. I had never seen chimp’s teeth-I certainly was impressed with these canines. They were much larger than I imagined. My first shot at Still Life “dental” photography…
These are Binky’s teeth.
This summer Fauna’s fabulous vet Dr. Bezner paid us a visit so she could investigate the infected air sack in Spock’s mouth. Because of the wonderful ways of Dr. Bezner, and the brilliant work of Anna, our enrichment coordinator, the examination was a great success. Kudos to Anna who specifically trained Spock to present his throat for a full examination. We were all very proud of him and thankful to Dr. Bezner, as he did not have to be anesthetized or have a surgical procedure. Plus, he enjoyed the attention and especially loved the squirts of juice in his mouth.
Good ol’ Binky saw all the fun and of course, wanted to join in. He came into the room after Spock was done and sat there with Dr. Bezner, completely cooperating. He was relaxed and enjoying his juice squirts when Dr. Bezner discovered his damaged teeth. Poor Bub. One moment he is having a good time, the next he is enduring a three-hour dental procedure. Tooth extractions are a very traumatic experience for a chimp, but Binky would be much healthier with them removed.
After his surgery a fascinating discovery was made. Inside one of his canines, Binky had lodged a small piece of plastic, clearly trying to find a way to ease his discomfort. The staff remembered seeing him working on his mouth in the mirror and it is likely this self-treatment must have been what he was trying to accomplish. (You can see the plastic in the top tooth in the picture.) It is not uncommon in the wild for animals to treat their injuries or discomforts with plants etc. Binky improvised by choosing something in his surroundings that might help him with relief.
After Binky was up and around, he was shown his teeth for inspection. He was curious about them and gave them a good sniff before turning away. Over the next few days, he would use a small mirror to examine the holes in his mouth and try to manipulate his stitches. It was a slow healing process and his diet was modified daily to accommodate his discomfort and healing. Thankfully, he has made a full recovery and although he looks a little different without those canines, he is once again making his wonderful raspberry sounds at everyone. pphhtttt!!
I never tire of photographing their hands. I am mesmerized by them… I still pinch myself that I am able to spend time with these remarkable beings. Please check out their home on tumblr.
It’s back to school time for the chimps-they love recess. Find out how you can help.
May I have another banana please? The charming Rachel at Fauna, enjoying a banana..or six. You can follow their antics on Facebook.
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