Happy Friday! Please enjoy your weekend and stay hydrated, like these baby bonobos. Did you know that the DR Congo is on the equator? This means it's hot year-round. The caregivers at Lola ya Bonobo give the young bonobos plenty to drink, including bonobo tea - a mixture of ginger, garlic, and citrus juice that helps keep them healthy. Video by Leon Haberkorn. ***** Important note: Bonobos are an endangered species and should never be kept as pets! Our sanctuary in DR Congo rescues bonobo orphan

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