PHOTOS: Chimps playing with origami cranes at World Origami Day celebration
Some of the chimpanzees rushed to show their cranes to others. Sara Soda, a chimp known for her taste in art, thoroughly examined the crane's folds and creases.
KIETHVILLE, La. (KTAL/KMSS) - Chimps at the largest chimpanzee sanctuary in the world spent the morning of Nov. 11, World Origami Day, investigating bubble-gum-scented origami cranes.
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 show their cranes to others. Sara Soda, a chimp known for her taste in art, thoroughly examined the crane's folds and creases.
Duke loved his paper airplane so much that he took it to a quiet spot to play with his toy alone.
Origami cranes are a traditional Japanese symbol of hope, peace, and longevity. Those values are all central to Chimp Haven’s mission.
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