A group of 23 chimpanzees previously used in biomedical experiments at the Alamogordo Primate Facility will be released to a sanctuary.

After years of tireless advocacy work, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has agreed to let 23 chimpanzees kept in a ...

Retired lab chimpanzees housed in a New Mexico facility are headed for greener pastures in an animal sanctuary next spring.

Federal officials said Friday the planned retirement of a "significant number" of the animals' caretakers prompted the move.

Some of the chimpanzees rushed to show their cranes to others. Sara Soda, a chimp known for her taste in art, thoroughly ...

Includes a special presentation by Chimp Haven care staff, an up close and personal glimpse at chimp life, and private access ...

Retired research chimps from New Mexico are moving to Chimp Haven, the world's largest chimpanzee sanctuary, in Louisiana. The National Institutes of Health confirmed to the Associated Press on ...

KEITHVILLE, La. – Halloween at Chimp Haven brought all the tricks, treats, and a whole lot of “smashing pumpkins” fun to the sanctuary’s chimpanzees, who celebrated in true chimp fashion.

NIH's goal has been to move as many as possible to Chimp Haven. Primates at Chimp Haven generally live in larger social groups than is typical in research facilities. They also can have access to ...

Chimp Haven staff members folded vibrant origami cranes, paper airplanes, and other shapes with the intention of bringing vibrant colors to the chimps’ day. Some of the chimpanzees rushed to ...