Happy Friday! Bonobos aren’t known to swim, but they do wade! Here are the bonobos at Lola wading into the water to get food. Most of the food is fruit, so caregivers toss into the water to prevent it from breaking apart. Also, it’s important for the bonobos to learn to forage in preparation for their return to the wild. #conservation #wildlife #bonobos #fruit #eating #MealTime #DRC #Congo Music: “African Skies” by Olive musique Video by Lisa Murray, Edits by Niall Schroder | Friends of Bonobos

Happy Giving Tuesday! Let's unite for bonobo conservation! Your generosity can make a lasting impact on the rehabilitated bonobos at Lola ya Bonobo Sanctuary. Donate today: https://bonobos.org/donate. #BonoboConservation #GivingTuesday #DonateForBonobos #bonobos #wildlife #Animals #Conservation #inspiring | Friends of Bonobos

Stany Mokando is one of a handful of bonobo caretakers in the world. He has committed his life to bonobo conservation and has been with Lola ya Bonobo Sanctuary since the beginning. He has an unmatched knowledge of the bonobos residing in semi-wild freedom at Lola and takes care of them nearly every day. He observes these bonobos throughout their lives and works to prepare them for independence in the wild. Through his daily observations, caretaking routines, and personal knowledge of each bonob