THE “G” FAMILY
Goblin: (1964-2004)
Goblin, the son of Melissa, was known for his persistence and stubborn nature. At birth, his face appeared almost to twist like a hobgoblin, a feature that led to his comical name. Dr. Goodall was present for Goblin’s birth, and discusses it in a chapter of “In the Shadow of Man.” In 1982, Goblin became the youngest male to reign as alpha male, a position which he maintained until 1990. Motivated from an early age, Goblin used to wake up early to push other chimpanzees out of their nests. After his fall from power, Goblin formed alliances with his future successors — first Freud and then Frodo. Goblin fathered at least two of Fifi’s children. In 2004, the same year that Fifi disappeared, Goblin grew very sick and died.
