Limbani, an Insta-famous chimpanzee living at the Zoological Wildlife Foundation (ZWF) in Miami, shows a moving reaction when reunited with his old caretaker after 7 years apart.
The Lifesaving Care
As a young chimp, Limbani was really ill with pneumonia and needed care his mother couldn’t give. That’s when Tania and Jorge Sanchez came in.
They took care of him around the clock, helping him get better.
If it weren’t for their love and medical help, Limbani might not have survived.
Today, it’s evident from the video that Limbani remembers and cherishes them deeply.
Heartwarming welcome
The video shows Limbani’s excitement. He makes happy sounds and rushes to hug Tania and Jorge.
“Years may pass, but the love is always there,” said the caption on the video.
Viewers have fallen in love with Limbani’s reaction, leaving comments like, “He’s so precious! When he got so excited… that energy and love! Heart melting!”
And it’s not just a few people who feel this way – the video has been watched almost half a million times.
Embracing Animal’s Emotional Intelligence
Limbani’s story is a reminder that animals have feelings, too. They remember the ones they love and form strong bonds, just like people do.
Stories like this one shine a light on the powerful relationships that can form across different species.