How a sanctuary outside LA has cared for rare, endangered gibbons for a half-century

The Gibbon Conservation Center, located near Los Angeles, is marking 50 years of operation as a globally recognized institution dedicated to the care and protection of endangered gibbons. The facility serves as a specialized sanctuary focused on the long-term well-being of these primates.

Daily operations at the center include routine care such as scheduled feedings. During these intervals, the gibbons are noted for their distinct and loud vocalizations, which are a characteristic behavior of the species housed at the site.