Tag: chimpanzee

Critically endangered Edinburgh Zoo chimp celebrates first birthday

Animal News

Lewis Robertson - February 3, 2021

CELEBRATIONS are underway after a critically endangered chimp has turned one years old today. Edinburgh Zoo's youngest Western chimpanzee, Madindi is celebrating her birthday today...

Tears as Europe’s “oldest chimp”, Blossom, dies at Scottish safari park, aged 62

In Brief

Kirsty Stewart - November 23, 2017

EUROPE'S "oldest chimpanzee" has passed away at a Scottish safari park at the estimated age of 62. Tributes have poured in from animal fans to...

Adorable pics of baby chimp enjoying a healthy snack

Scottish News

Deadline News Journalist - July 7, 2015

SCOTLAND’S favourite baby chimpanzee has been snapped enjoying a healthy lunch with his mum. One-year-old Velu, who lives at Edinburgh Zoo, was pictured munching on...

Group merger is monkey business at Edinburgh Zoo

Politics

Deadline News Journalist - August 10, 2010

By Martin Graham TWO parties of chimps at Edinburgh Zoo have merged in a bid to discover who is the top banana in a new...

David Attenborough recognised for contribution to conservation

Deadline News Journalist - February 24, 2010

By Cara Sulieman BROADCASTER Sir David Attenborough has been recognised for his contribution to conservation by Edinburgh Zoo. He was presented with the Centenary Medal by...