Though it is currently unclear whether humans can spread COVID-19 to apes, the sanctuaries are preparing for the worst
, a Washington state sanctuary located at the base of the Cascade Mountains that cares for 10 older chimps, also recognizes that other human respiratory viruses have caused lethal outbreaks among primates., “Our whole population could be considered vulnerable,” before adding, “We don’t know if the COVID-19 is transmittable to chimpanzees, but we have to assume it is.”
Noting that she currently has a reduced staff, who wear medical scrubs, masks, and gloves to reduce chances of exposure, currently working at the sanctuary, Goodrich also shared “We’re protecting them from us.” While it is unclear the risk COVID-19 poses to primates and other wild animals, the Centers for Disease Control, the World Health Organization, and the American Veterinary Medical Association have all stated that
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