Chimpanzee Peter

Peter is severely affected by his past in research and therefore cannot be grouped. He used to live in the male group, but due to his behavior towards group members he had to be separated. Several attempts were made to reunite him with conspecifics. Unfortunately, this was impossible. Just opposite, very close to him, is Jelle, with whom he likes to share his joy when the hatches to the outside are opened or the food is distributed. He likes to play "chase" with the keepers and even encourages them to do so. Peter loves every new challenge and is also extremely skillful and patient when it comes to using tools. However, his absolute favorite place is still the window sill. From there he can watch everything very closely. He particularly likes the view of the farmyard, especially when fruit and vegetables are being delivered. Before his enclosure was completed, Peter watched the progress of the construction work every day. He was dubbed the "foreman" by the fitters, as he generally only left his vantage point for short periods to feed the animals or clean the living area.