An endangered primate has been born at a zoo in Leicestershire.
Keepers at Twycross Zoo have welcomed the birth of a Francois langur, a species native to China and Vietnam.
Kelly Salisbury, the zoo’s primate keeper who was the first to see the little monkey, said the team was “very excited.”
Ms Salisbury said: “The baby François langurs are instantly recognizable with their bright orange fur and will be easily recognized by visitors the next time they visit.”
“With the Easter holidays now in full swing, now is the time for guests to meet our new baby Francois langurs and learn more about this fascinating species.”
The primate is listed as endangered according to the International Union for Conservation of Nature Red List, which lists the world’s most endangered species.
The baby was cared for by his 17-year-old mother, other members of the zoo and the zoo’s primate experts. Image: PA
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Dr Rebecca Biddle, Director of Conservation at Twycross Zoo, said: “We are absolutely delighted to announce the birth of François Langur at Twycross Zoo.
“It’s always a special moment when we welcome new people animal But this birth is particularly important for the zoo because the species is endangered. “
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Dr Biddle added: “As a conservation charity, our main purpose is to protect the species with which we share the planet.
“The addition of new student François Langur is great news.
“Unfortunately, the wild population of François langurs continues to decline, so this new arrival is a welcome addition to the population and a sign of hope for ongoing efforts to conserve the species.”
This primate is native to China and northern Vietnam. Image: PA
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The baby was cared for by his 17-year-old mother, other members of the zoo and the zoo’s primate experts.
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