PCS Laura filmed dominant male chimp Hananya in the midst of a wonderful grooming session from Tutti and Johni- and Semach looking like a bit of a spare part :) Grooming is an important bonding tool in chimp society, and so a great indication that our rescued groups are solid and strong, as they would be in the wild! #monkeylife #AnimalRescue #apes #primates #MonkeyWorld #endangeredspecies #chimpanzee | Monkey World - Ape Rescue Centre, Official Facebook Page

Ahh, nothing like a relaxing day at the chimp spa! 😌 Chimpanzees perform social grooming behavior. They use their hands and mouth to part the hair and remove debris, which is an act of trust and closeness. Grooming is used to maintain troop status, develop friendships, and build close bonds between the chimps. #Chimpanzee #Chimp #Ape #ApeAwarenessMonth #Primate #Spa #LAZoo 📹: Jeff Gottlieb | Los Angeles Zoo