Maria
Chimpanzee
She arrived at Anami in 2007, coming from the former Garcia circus, presenting with morbid obesity and diabetes. She spent most of the day inactive and rarely went out to the outdoor enclosure to interact with the other chimpanzees. She suffered from compulsive eating and, whenever possible, would steal food from the others, often causing serious conflicts.
She developed a very strong bond with Zezinho, with whom she currently lives and has a very healthy relationship. The two spend hours in the sun, grooming each other, and always walking together. At present, she follows a balanced diet suited to her needs, which was essential for her weight loss and the control of her diabetes. Today, she is a healthy, active and energetic chimpanzee.