Baby monkey Gimli gets the hugs he so deserves, lots of mummy monkeys to choose from Season 3 Ep 35

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  • Vervet Monkey Foundation - Season 3 - Episode 35 - From a defeated soul to an adorable gremlin, Gimli gets the love he needs keeping everyone in suspense whether he will go out or not - At the Vervet Monkey Foundation, a wildlife conservation & animal rescue sanctuary...
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    The Vervet Forest is a wildlife rehab series focused on Vervet Monkeys at the Vervet Monkey Foundation . The series showcases the process of taking orphaned and injured vervet monkeys through a foster mother program which helps these rescued orphan baby monkeys to be adopted by foster mother monkeys. The show is for fans of animal planet, nat geo, discovery and anyone who is an animal lover, loves animals and would like to be part of helping them get back to the wild.
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    Music - by Josh Woodward. Free download: joshwoodward.com/
    *These animals are not pets they are rescued wildlife undergoing a rehabilitation program at the Vervet Monkey Foundation in South Africa*

Komentáře • 93

  • @aprilmartinez656
    @aprilmartinez656 Před 4 lety +33

    Gimli isn't the poor little sad monkey anymore! Wonderful things you all do there.

  • @donnachappell3674
    @donnachappell3674 Před 4 lety +31

    What you ve done for Gimli is so wonderful full transformation. Thank you

  • @angelakelley7546
    @angelakelley7546 Před 4 lety +39

    It is like little sad Gimli was replaced by a wild, energetic larger than life baby monkey. All the fosterings and integrations are miraculous in their own way but this particular story is truly heart warming. Many thanks for the amazing patience and love that everyone at the VMF demonstrates on a daily basis. Your manifestation of love makes the world a better place.

    • @kaseymigliaccio2519
      @kaseymigliaccio2519 Před rokem +3

      I couldn't have said it better myself!! These people and this foundation are ABSOLUTELY amazing, compassionate, patient and SO VERY SELFLESS. They deserve the utmost respect. Their time, efforts, sacrifices and endless service to these incredible animals has proven to be nothing less than TRULY REMARKABLE! May each and every one of the staff & volunteers be blessed with good health, loving families and long lives full of happiness in return for what they do at this wonderful foundation!!!
      🌿🐒💙💕
      💞🐾🐵🌿

  • @Wendy-cj5yz
    @Wendy-cj5yz Před 4 lety +24

    Little Gimli you are a heart stealer. Good luck with your new mum. So wonderful to see him thrive and enjoy being a monkey 🐒

  • @AmySequenzia
    @AmySequenzia Před 4 lety +44

    I hope you guys have a lot of Gimli footage because his story deserves a movie of its own. It is amazing that the same feisty little monkey jumping on the back of the big monkeys is the same that arrived afraid of life. Thanks to all of you for the work and care.

    • @cflanmac
      @cflanmac Před 3 lety +6

      I so agree with you. I actually wept to see Gimli finding his mother and a home.--Virginia, USA

    • @kaseymigliaccio2519
      @kaseymigliaccio2519 Před rokem

      @@cflanmac I cried too! 😭
      Utah, USA

  • @backintheolddays
    @backintheolddays Před 4 lety +13

    Yay for Gimili! I am so happy for him! I was starting to fear he would never be able to accept love from a foster mom. Watching him grab hold and then be carried off made me so happy!

    • @cflanmac
      @cflanmac Před 4 lety +3

      It is wonderful--really made my day.

  • @virginiaviola5097
    @virginiaviola5097 Před rokem +2

    I’ve always felt that Gimli’s real mama was the alpha, and he had received a lot of love and attention from his troop, and had formed a very strong bond with them. The way he immediately blossomed as soon as he found a mama and a family and that the alpha took him really makes me sure of that.

  • @ldyromgoth
    @ldyromgoth Před 4 lety +25

    Everyone remember to watch the ads. This aids the Vervet Foundation, every little bit helps them.

    • @southerngal1581
      @southerngal1581 Před 4 lety +3

      Patricia look at my comment on how I try and help by watching ads or at least letting them play lol

  • @marylouruss1087
    @marylouruss1087 Před 4 lety +12

    i so love Gimli

  • @whitegirl1442
    @whitegirl1442 Před 4 lety +9

    There is something about Gimli which has greatly touched my ❤! I love him and thank you sooo much for all you've done for him! Thanks for all you've done for all the monkeys especially at this trying time!

  • @heidiscott2057
    @heidiscott2057 Před 4 lety +11

    Sweet little Gimly. I am so happy he was welcomed with so much love and acceptance. :)

  • @lisac7386
    @lisac7386 Před 3 lety +4

    Beautiful! Thank you all for your patience with that little scared baby Gimli, he has recovered so well.

  • @susancaballeroaloui4756
    @susancaballeroaloui4756 Před 3 lety +4

    You all are a wonderful team - Thank you for all you do each day for these monkeys :D

  • @Imokanurnot
    @Imokanurnot Před 3 lety +1

    To see how far he's come, from a sad, traumatized little boy only wanting a little love and some hugs to being the recipient of a plethora of mamas, all loving him is such a thing of beauty. God bless all of you, you're special people indeed! 💗

  • @lisacolbert5987
    @lisacolbert5987 Před 2 lety +3

    What a generous , creative and entirely loving thing you do - so thoughtfully choosing the items then ‘gift-wrapping’ them to further enrich their lives ,,, the edible treasures. You truly think of everything! And all that you do for them is done with the same level of detail and care one would do for a human child they loved.

  • @timmied8461
    @timmied8461 Před 4 lety +16

    It's really nice seeing Gimli so excited about getting some hugs, he can hardly contain himself from bouncing all over Nevil when he snuck in to see Gimli. 😄 Great job to you all, for the wonderful work that you always put into these animals that need help! 💗 PLEASE, EVERYONE, HELP THE VMF WITH A DONATION IN THEIR "TIME OF NEED"! THEY SURE NEED IT! IF YOU GIVE NOW, PLEASE GIVE A LITTLE MORE! I DO! 🙏

  • @marymarlow3646
    @marymarlow3646 Před 4 lety +13

    Amazing and wonderful to see Gimli slowly transformed from a sad little thing sitting with his head between his legs to a confident happy little monkey being loved and out there in the troop living a normal monkey life.

    •  Před 4 lety +4

      So true! And wee Gimmers has won the lottery in terms of having top head-honcho momma!

    • @lunartears6761
      @lunartears6761 Před měsícem

      I’m so happy he has an alpha female mom, and that she isn’t one those who can be a bit of b*tch even to her kids.
      There are some alpha female monkeys who can just as aggressive as males and it’s kind scary to see that all primates have the emotions and intelligence to be petty, not just humans.

  • @NikkiP4444
    @NikkiP4444 Před 3 lety +2

    Gimli so desperately wants that Mommy contact! I am so happy that he experienced it. ❤🐒

  • @amandaellison4892
    @amandaellison4892 Před 3 lety +2

    You guys that take care of these little monkeys do such an awesome job and that includes all the great people that fix the food for the monkeys. Awesome job guys. ❤️🐒❤️🐒❤️

  • @laurirohr5364
    @laurirohr5364 Před 4 lety +5

    Little Gimli just in 7th heaven with all the love & attention.
    So happy for him!
    His play face is too cute😀

  • @reedecker9416
    @reedecker9416 Před 4 lety +9

    It's so sad to see ex pets struggle after being humanized. Their struggle is so heartbreaking.

    • @kratkyhomesteader9043
      @kratkyhomesteader9043 Před 4 lety +9

      There are still videos on youtube of people getting baby monkeys for pets - they just do not understand and pet shops have NO BUSINESS selling baby monkeys. It's horrid!

  • @ML_SE
    @ML_SE Před 4 lety +6

    Thank you so much for this video. Gimli and all the other Vervet monkeys ❤️❤️.
    🤓🏴‍☠️🇸🇪

  • @lb3426
    @lb3426 Před 3 lety +3

    What a fantastic episode! To watch Gimli just love being a monkey again... to the monks loving their enrichment! When I return that is definitely on my list of ways I would like to contribute as a volunteer! It is such a pleasure to watch them. Josie and Dave, you both do such a great job of narrating and awesome to see some appearances from Mark, Tracey and the rest of the gang!

  • @southerngal1581
    @southerngal1581 Před 4 lety +4

    I believe they said that they receive money for watching ads . Well I put the first season on and hit auto play then go to sleep while it continues to play all night. When I wake up it has gone through a lot of ads !

  • @Marinemom75
    @Marinemom75 Před 3 lety +1

    Gimli is so so happy it makes me cry how much he loves his foster mom!! I pray one day I can come and volunteer with you guys

  • @saraanderson6615
    @saraanderson6615 Před měsícem

    It’s so sweet hearing the sounds that a happy little monkey makes that’s found their foster mom. 🙂❤️ And a monkey troop like it should be 🙂

  • @reedecker9416
    @reedecker9416 Před 4 lety +8

    How wonderful Gimli gets the Alpha as his mom!

    • @cflanmac
      @cflanmac Před 4 lety +1

      After all he's been through, he deserves being adopted by the alpha!

  • @siqandcypress
    @siqandcypress Před 4 lety +8

    This is amazing!!!! Go Gimli!!! So much life and excitement. Wow.

  • @shinefree7837
    @shinefree7837 Před 4 lety +6

    So amazing! How far he has come and such a change.😊

  • @elainelewis6724
    @elainelewis6724 Před rokem +1

    I'm not crying; you're crying. 😆 Finally, what a spectacular moment for both of them.

  • @cristinitaandco
    @cristinitaandco Před 4 lety +5

    Awww I am in love

  • @kris10rose68
    @kris10rose68 Před 4 lety +5

    Awww he is so full of life now...Im actually crying...just knowing how far he has come! Thank you too every single person who was apart of his transformation! Thank you thank you!!! xoxoxo

  • @kris10rose68
    @kris10rose68 Před 4 lety +3

    That was so cute...when their breakfast or lunch was dropped off..when Im not sure the Monkeys name but when she picked up the bowl of food and carried it to the middle of their room or cage just melted my heart...it was just precious!

  • @deborahkimball-billups6405

    Colin, and Murray fighting over enrichment...
    Cute .. boys will be boys

  • @marieandpreciouscuteanimal5010

    Saw this video and laugh!
    Growing up my brother and I climbed
    pine trees to the top and swinging
    on the branches.
    My name is Marie and brother is Colin.
    Gee, we were monkey’s in a tree!

  • @deborahkimball-billups6405

    Sooo....sweet .you guys are amazing...love wins ❤ 💕 ♥ 💖 💗

  • @Kim-lc3fv
    @Kim-lc3fv Před 4 lety +3

    Congratulations with Gimli! What an amazing transformation. He will be well taken care of in James troop. 🙂❤🐒

  • @jodibrandl7522
    @jodibrandl7522 Před 4 lety +2

    I think Gabe and Gimli are going to be very close and have an awesome friendship! The way they instantly started playing just truly warmed my heart and brought me to tears! I'm just to emotional at times but especially when I watch baby monkeys play. And for it to be Gimli... oh my gosh it's so wonderful to watch! Bless each and EVERY ONE of the foundations special loving folks that take care of our unfortunate monkeys! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU can never be said enough! Love to you all and the monkeys you care for!

  • @renatezylla1421
    @renatezylla1421 Před 2 lety

    It makes me really happy to see little Gimli in a good mood...

  • @brigritte2091
    @brigritte2091 Před rokem

    gimili is my favorite little hero! he touches my heart at most and i haven't any clue why.

  • @lilgrlQ1
    @lilgrlQ1 Před 2 lety +1

    What a Great Video! Love watching them bond, it's just the sweetest thing! Thanks, for all you do!💖💯

  • @southerngal1581
    @southerngal1581 Před 4 lety +1

    I am so excited to get my Gimli coffee cup ! I wish I could afford to do more but have not worked for over 3 months due to covid. Once I can, I would love to send the foundation a donation. I know you need it now so I always put the first season on and let it play all night so the ads play all the way through. I believe you said you get money for us watching the ads ? Thank you for caring for these sweet animals !

  • @crystalhume2039
    @crystalhume2039 Před 4 lety +5

    Dodo Come Back Kid #2?!? I think so!!! Please have The Dodo do a video on this little guy.

    • @backintheolddays
      @backintheolddays Před 4 lety +6

      I agree. Gimili's complicated story shows the effects of trauma on surviving babies. It was heartbreaking to see him at the depths of despair. I can't believe he was finally integrated into a troop!

    • @cflanmac
      @cflanmac Před 4 lety +1

      @@backintheolddays I have never seen a more heartbreaking sight than Gilmi in the depths of despair.

  • @kwheeler2547
    @kwheeler2547 Před 3 lety +1

    Absolutely amazing to watch Gimli, after all the withdrawn and depressed behaviors we have seen for months, now begin to play and to beg others to play with him. Watching his story one can understand why it takes so long sometimes, which I am sure increases the cost. I love listening to the vocalization though I know it is hard sometimes to get them recorded. I hope Gimli finds his right foster mom and foster troop, and lives a long, happy life.

  • @rayandpayscreaturecraze5510

    We just want to hug them and squeeze them and love on them forever and ever🥺🥺🥰🥰!!! -Ray & Pay, future pet vets

  • @123456BRye
    @123456BRye Před 4 lety +1

    Gimli has turned out to be quite the handfull

  • @tmarshmellowman
    @tmarshmellowman Před 4 lety +5

    Favourite episode yet. Such a mindfuck to see other channels in the same country legally enjoying hunting these guys, picking them off with headshots with their guns.

  • @kristenshaw9959
    @kristenshaw9959 Před 4 lety +1

    Gabe and Gimli! ❤️❤️❤️

  • @deborahkimball-billups6405

    Wowza...

  • @harassarah9551
    @harassarah9551 Před 3 lety

    It always cracks me up when they run on their hind legs especially when they grab food and run off like a little burglar looking behind them as they run off with their very own treasure..like the at the very first scene with Collin and another adult male they both are getting their morning meds mixed in with seeds and other treats but it cracked me up!

  • @ludekolah6100
    @ludekolah6100 Před 4 lety +3

    Thanks for amazing video 🙏💚

  • @kris10rose68
    @kris10rose68 Před 4 lety +1

    Someone needs to make some memes of Gimlis transformation!!!

  • @christiane-chris5798
    @christiane-chris5798 Před 3 lety +1

    Il est un peu excité mais de voir la maman tenir ce bébé exactement comme nous tenons nos bébés, c'est beau à voir et ça les rapproche beaucoup de nous....contrairement aux maman macaques qui n'ont pas ça....Surement qu'il y a des niveaux d'évolution différents d'une race de singes à une autre....

  • @fossilcrab
    @fossilcrab Před 4 lety +3

    I missed the reason some of the monkeys live alone- is it because they came in as full adults and so wont integrate?

  • @lindabenn7771
    @lindabenn7771 Před 3 lety +1

    Would be nice if you could have some apple trees there among other fruit trees

  • @nquisitiv3471
    @nquisitiv3471 Před 3 lety

    They're so cute

  • @amandaellison4892
    @amandaellison4892 Před 3 lety

    ❤️🐒❤️🐒❤️🐒❤️

  • @debbiecoyne
    @debbiecoyne Před 2 lety

    Gimli needed to be hugged so much but now he really wants someone to play with so badly.

    • @VervetMonkey
      @VervetMonkey  Před 2 lety

      you should see him now

    • @debbiecoyne
      @debbiecoyne Před 2 lety

      @@VervetMonkey I'm trying to catch up. Do you have Gimli shirts etc.. for sale?

    • @VervetMonkey
      @VervetMonkey  Před 2 lety

      have a Gimli mug the-vmf.creator-spring.com/listing/mug-gimli?product=658

  • @peabody634
    @peabody634 Před 4 lety +1

    ❤️❤️❤️

  • @tamarakennedy4976
    @tamarakennedy4976 Před 3 lety

    I thought in order for the wee ones that they have a definite chosen surrogate who will always pick them up pull them close to their chest to protect and watch over them ad their own in case of any altercation or fight so wee one wont be attacked or abandoned and left on his own should a fight ensue?

  • @harassarah9551
    @harassarah9551 Před 3 lety

    @21:50 Brianee (not sure how to spell the alpha females name) goes in after Gimli like ok little boy we’ve been patient and let you take your time but it’s been 2 hours now, I’m dragging you out by your tail! 😂

  • @jodibrandl7522
    @jodibrandl7522 Před 4 lety +1

    Question... what exactly is a seed pod? I've never seen one so I'm completely clueless as to what it is. Is it a type of veggie or fruit or am I totally off base?

    • @VervetMonkey
      @VervetMonkey  Před 4 lety +3

      Its a pod from the sickle bush southafrica.co.za/sickle-bush.html

  • @EmmaDee
    @EmmaDee Před 4 lety +1

    For the most part, those moms really want in for the food, right?

    • @VervetMonkey
      @VervetMonkey  Před 4 lety

      Right

    • @kratkyhomesteader9043
      @kratkyhomesteader9043 Před 4 lety

      @@VervetMonkey Do they really? I cannot tell you how badly your answer disappoints me. Surely you jest, considering they have constant forage plus two delivered meals daily! If they only wanted the food, why would they bother at all with the babies, and eventually take a baby out into the troop? Please tell me that was merely irony you wrote.

    • @South_0f_Heaven_
      @South_0f_Heaven_ Před 3 lety +2

      @Pooka All the monkeys care about is food, fornicating and sleeping. Food is number one priority and the best food is in the into cages.
      Everything else is secondary, that’s how nature works. It doesn’t care about humans feelings on how things run.

  • @lindapelle8738
    @lindapelle8738 Před 3 lety

    Hey can I have more raisins please?

  • @snookieg2409
    @snookieg2409 Před 4 lety +1

    I shared a video and a story about your foundation on my Facebook page. I don't have a ton of Facebook friends, but I thought it might not hurt. I wrote a pretty long post trying to explain the foundation, I hope I got everything right. If you get a chance, I would appreciate it if you would read through it to make sure I got everything right? If I need to correct something, I will be happy to do so or you may feel free to correct it in the comments. I know you are busy and may not have time to do so, I think I got the important stuff right. I also increased my monthly pledge, I wish I could do more. If I were still working I definitely would, but I have been disabled for 12 years now and this is the best I can do. I really believe in the work you are doing and I will support you and monkeys in way I can. Btw: Facebook name: Mary A. Galimberto. My profile pic is a brown and white dachshund.

  • @tammylain7754
    @tammylain7754 Před rokem

    Me thinks you tie those batches of food too tight..

  • @kurumais
    @kurumais Před 3 lety

    what about briyani? wasnt she bonded with gimli?

  • @jillcooper6371
    @jillcooper6371 Před 3 lety

    Where is Kyle? Is he ok?

  • @sherryfulghum3494
    @sherryfulghum3494 Před 2 lety

    What determines if they are low ranking or high?

    • @VervetMonkey
      @VervetMonkey  Před 2 lety

      Its normally family line, so you born into it