CLEAN : After life of trauma, Liberian lab chimps settle into retirement

The video discusses the unique characteristics of 65 chimpanzees on six islands, their history of invasive procedures, and the challenges faced in their conservation. It highlights the efforts made to rehabilitate them, especially during the Liberian Civil War, and the importance of maintaining positive relationships between caregivers and chimps.

How many chimpanzees are there on the islands, and what makes them unique?

• 65 chimpanzees, each with unique characteristics

• 60 chimpanzees, all with similar appearances

• 50 chimpanzees, all of the same age

• 70 chimpanzees, all of the same sex

What kind of procedures were the chimpanzees subjected to?

• No procedures at all

• Invasive procedures including biopsies

• Non-invasive procedures

• Routine health check-ups

When did the chimpanzees arrive in the country for research purposes?

• In the 1960s

• In the 1990s

• In the 1970s

• In the 1980s

What was a significant challenge faced by caregivers during the Liberian Civil War?

• Lack of trained staff

• Inadequate housing facilities

• Shortage of food for the chimpanzees

• Lack of medical supplies

What is one of the main goals of the caregivers in relation to the chimpanzees?

• To conduct more invasive procedures

• To maintain a positive relationship with the chimpanzees

• To release them back into the wild

• To train them for performances

How have the chimpanzees changed over time due to rehabilitation efforts?

• They are more dependent on humans

• They have become more aggressive

• They have become more isolated

• They are not as frightened anymore

What is a key aspect of the caregivers' training?

• To avoid actions that could trigger traumatic memories

• To prepare the chimpanzees for relocation

• To teach the chimpanzees new tricks

• To perform medical procedures