Linny arrived at Jungle Friends Primate Sanctuary with a legacy—and a troop. One of 26 squirrel monkeys retired from FDA nicotine research, Linny made headlines when CNN reported on this historic transition. These monkeys, the first ever released from federal testing, were welcomed by a wave of support from advocates and caregivers alike. Linny’s journey to freedom wasn’t just a win for primates, but a landmark moment for lab animals everywhere.

Since settling into his new life of retirement, Linny has fully embraced his role as Jungle Friends' resident busybody. If there’s gossip swirling in the sanctuary, Linny’s the one who knows it first. Living next to Riot, a fellow squirrel monkey with an equally colorful personality, Linny never misses a beat. Riot might break the stories, but Linny is the one to share the latest scoop, with opinions to spare. He’s the nosy neighbor who’s always peeking over the metaphorical fence, keeping a watchful eye on everyone and everything.

But even Linny, with all his high energy and sharp focus, has one irresistible weakness: green beans. Wave a juicy one in front of him, and suddenly, the latest scandal fades away. Green beans are Linny’s ultimate obsession, the only thing capable of distracting him from his daily rounds of monkey news.