Bonobos may be cute, but they are not pets! All bonobos you see with humans on our page are with trained caregivers who are essential to their survival. The bonobos of Lola ya Bonobo Sanctuary are sadly victims of the wildlife trade. Through the rehabilitation process at Lola, these bonobos have the opportunity to be released back into the wild one day, after they gain the skills, confidence, and socialization at the sanctuary. Please share to spread awareness about bonobos, primates, and the il

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