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Chimpanzees once used in vaccine experiments begin a new life at Liberia sanctuary
Updated On: 06 September, 2026 08:59 AM IST | Nigeria | Agencies
The West African chimpanzees received checks ranging from teeth cleaning to X-rays and pedicures at the Humane World for Animals’ Second Chance Chimpanzee Refuge in central Liberia, said Liliana Pacheco Ricote, director of the sanctuary

The chimpanzees are staying at the Humane World for Animals’ Second Chance Chimpanzee Refuge in central Liberia. PIC/X@humaneworldkb
A group of chimpanzees that were once used for hepatitis B vaccine experiments in laboratories have received health checks at their new home in Liberia, in hopes of giving them a second chance at a normal life.
The West African chimpanzees received checks ranging from teeth cleaning to X-rays and pedicures at the Humane World for Animals’ Second Chance Chimpanzee Refuge in central Liberia, said Liliana Pacheco Ricote, director of the sanctuary.


