Tchimpounga Sanctuary, Chimpanzee rehabilitation center in Pointe-Noire, Republic of Congo
The Tchimpounga Sanctuary spans 70 square kilometers and provides care for more than 150 chimpanzees through a team of 52 professional caregivers.
The Jane Goodall Institute established the sanctuary in 1992 through an agreement with the Congolese government to protect chimpanzees from wildlife trafficking.
Research conducted at the sanctuary contributes to scientific understanding of primate behavior, particularly regarding food-sharing and social interactions among chimpanzees.
The sanctuary operates eight age-specific groups where older chimpanzees access outdoor areas while younger ones take guided forest exploration trips.
Three islands within the reserve - Tchibebe, Tchindzoulou, and Ngombe - offer natural environments for rehabilitated chimpanzees under continued veterinary supervision.
Inception: 1999
GPS coordinates: -4.51400,11.84380
Latest update: March 4, 2025 22:28
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