Chimp Haven

Chimp Haven

Chimp Haven, the National Chimpanzee Sanctuary is a species-specific facility designed to provide a home for chimpanzees that offers an environment that stimulates behaviors similar to those in the wild. Initial residents will be individuals former medical research subjects with plans to include those from the entertainment industry and pets. The sanctuary opened in April 2005 and currently now houses more than 100 individuals in forested habitats. The 2 hectares (4.9 acres) sanctuary is located in the Eddie D. Jones Nature Park in Keithville, Louisiana, approximately 22 miles southwest of Shreveport.

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