We continue to spend our days watching Bonobos out here in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Kinshasa is a huge sprawling city which is clearly developing fast. Two years ago when we crossed the river from Brazzaville to Kinshasa, the immigration people had to copy out the forms three times by hand and then for us to fill them all in. It was laborious and it took hours. This time it was so much more efficient; only about 20 minutes. Better than Heathrow!
Although we have been here before, every day we see something new. Here are a few more shots from our rush production (between power cuts, sleeping and being out in the field). Bonobos are often very handsome, as you can well see from this shot!
Generally, Bonobos are pretty calm and relaxed. Sometimes there is conflict diffused either by sex, screaming, food or whatever. Towards the end of a day there can be a lot of grooming which is really cute and peaceful. These two do not have to speak to know what they are feeling towards each other!
We also think Bonobos are pretty cool, they know how to really relax. This is a female who shows that life does not always have to be meetings, emails, blogs and rushing about.
More later!
Julie and Adam
Bonobos being cool- 5 August 2011
