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

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Your gift toward bonobo conservation can go THREE times as far today. When you donate, you not only rescue trafficked bonobo orphans, but also return bonobos to the forest life that was stolen from them. Your donations fuel the bonobos’ cross-country journey from the sanctuary to their new home in Ekolo ya Bonobo Community Reserve. You can give these incredible apes freedom and safety in their natural habitat once again. Donate for bonobo rewilding today: bonobos.org/donate Special thank you to