Baby squirrel monkey born at Telford zoo
Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 14 Oct, 05:32 · Archive
A baby squirrel monkey has been born at Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World in Telford.
A baby squirrel monkey born at Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World in Telford over the summer is now on public display with its family. The zoo's animal care team kept the birth quiet whilst closely monitoring the baby's development and progress to ensure it was thriving before announcing the news to visitors.
The baby is part of a troop of eight squirrel monkeys that arrived at the Telford zoo from Port Lympne Safari Park in Kent. The youngest addition can be seen clinging to the backs of family members as it moves through the enclosure, though the zoo has not yet been able to determine whether the baby is male or female.
Squirrel monkeys are native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, where they live in social groups and spend much of their time moving through the trees in search of food. Zoo owner Will Dorrell said the birth is 'always incredibly exciting' and described it as 'a wonderful opportunity for guests to learn more about Squirrel Monkeys and the importance of protecting these fascinating animals and their natural rainforest habitats'.
How it is being reported
- Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World welcomes baby squirrel monkeyA Shropshire Zoo is celebrating the arrival of a baby Squirrel Monkey, born earlier this summer, which can now be spotted alongside its family.Shropshire Live · 14 Oct, 05:15
- Baby squirrel monkey the latest addition at zooHoo Zoo and Dinosaur World have been keeping news of the latest arrival secret, until now.BBC Shropshire · 13 Oct, 13:03
In this story: Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World · Telford · Will Dorrell · Port Lympne Safari Park · Kent · Central America · South America
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