Sometimes you have to free yourself of what’s in the way

The largest chimp community, Ngogo had about 200 individuals living together peacefully for over 20 years. But over time, changes began to appear. As we speak, about 24 individuals have been lost, including 17 infants and 7 males. This reflects early human-like conflict patterns, especially linked to territory. The very first observed fight, recorded to happen once every 500 years. This is history! #ChimpWarsUganda | #PrimateCapitalOfTheWorld | #PearlOfAfricaPrimates | #ExploreUganda

30 years of conservation and research in Uganda made this discovery possible. Kibale National Park isn't just where this story is unfolding ; it's where decades of habitat protection gave scientists the access to understand chimpanzee societies like never before. That's the real headline. #ChimpWarsUganda | #PrimateCapitalOfTheWorld | #PearlOfAfricaPrimates | #ExploreUganda

A conservation milestone in the making. #RhinoConservation

Uganda Wildlife Authority has received 8 rhinos from South Africa this morning , a significant milestone for conservation and tourism in Uganda. Representing the Minister of @MTWAUganda, Mr. Basil Ajer expressed optimism about the growing rhino population and the steady progress in rebuilding conservation efforts. Ag. UWA-ED, Mr. Makombo John, the Commissioner for Conservation and Biodiversity Management, welcomed the arrival and emphasised the importance of dedicated care and long-term protection for these animals, marking this as an important moment for Uganda’s conservation journey. #RhinoConservation

Is a New $3,500-a-Night Safari Camp Blocking a Wildlife Corridor? nytimes.com/2025/11/24/trave… via @NYTimes

Rhino translocation is set to start soon. #RhinoConservation wildnewschannel.com/champion…

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New paper out! Here we show that mountain gorilla groups in different parts of Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park eat strikingly different diets but the nutritional quality of their key foods is surprisingly similar. @SavingGorillas @UWAresearch onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/…

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Say hello to Jonathan he was born in 1832 & is 192 years old

Travel update: Uganda is Safe! The Ministry of Health has swiftly contained a ‘single Ebola case’ with strict measures, including surveillance, vaccination & rapid response teams. Uganda remains safe, and ready to welcome you - come explore the Pearl of Africa with confidence!

Are you a US-based undergraduate interested in a yearlong international research program in animal behavior, ecology, and conservation? Apply to the NSF IRES Program to learn about and conduct research in Argentina! Learn more here: drive.google.com/file/d/1AgT…

Last call 🚨 Apply for Winter 2025 Study Abroad in Madagascar! Any student, from any university, is invited to take part in the program. Click here for the application and for more information: stonybrook.edu/commcms/study… #StudyAbroad #Madagascar

We're searching for a postdoc! Join our team to study stress responses in wild baboons using real-time measurements of heart rate 🐵💓 docs.google.com/document/d/1…

KCCA do better! @KCCAUG and thanks @newvisionwire for reporting on this. newvision.co.ug/category/new…

An unexpected duo, a coyote and a badger, traveling together through a tunnel under a highway.

Rare, Beautiful, Unforgettable, Precious, and Extraordinary - Welcome to the Pearl of Africa. This is where you’ll experience “An Adventure of a Lifetime” Your next adventure awaits in Uganda 🇺🇬 #ExploreUganda #UniquelyYours

Please RT and spread the word widely: Our department is hiring a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Global Change Biology (GCB), as part of a cluster hire in Global Change & Sustainability at Boston University: jobs.silkroad.com/BUCareers/…

✈️AABA announces a pilot program for international travel support for #AABA2025 conference attendees from qualifying countries! More information here: bioanth.org/94th-annual-meet… Application deadline is October 15!