Document Type
Thesis
Date of Degree Completion
Spring 2026
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Department
Primate Behavior
Committee Chair
Dr. Mary Lee Jensvold
Second Committee Member
Dr. Jessica Mayhew
Third Committee Member
Dr. Lori K. Sheeran
Abstract
Mobility optimizes our ability to interact with our environment. Chimpanzees use a variety of locomotive behaviors to utilize their captive environment. Like humans, chimpanzees’ locomotive behavior can be impacted by age and changes in mobility. While the use of chimpanzees in biomedical research, breeding, and entertainment has substantially decreased, many chimpanzees have now been retired to sanctuaries. The current population of chimpanzees in zoos and sanctuaries includes many chimpanzees over 35 years of age and are considered elderly. This study examined the mobility and space use of four captive chimpanzees between the ages of 36-58 at Fauna Foundation Sanctuary, located in Carignan, Québec, Canada.
Recommended Citation
Connolly, Catherine M., "MOBILITY AND SPACE USE IN ELDERLY CHIMPANZEES (Pan troglodytes)" (2026). All Master's Theses. 2305.
https://digitalcommons.cwu.edu/etd/2305
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Animal Studies Commons, Biological and Physical Anthropology Commons, Other Anthropology Commons