Golden Lion Tamarin

The Golden lion tamarin (GLT) was first listed as endangered in 1982 according to the International Union of Conservation (IUCN). After an assessment in 1996, IUCN classified the GLT as critically endangered. In 2003, after conservation efforts, the IUCN re-classified GLTs as endangered. GLTs are listed as a regionally threatened species in the state of Rio de Janeiro and listed in appendix I of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (IUCN, 2008). Several conservation efforts have contributed to the survival of Leontopithecus rosalia over the past 30-40 years (Kierulff et al., 2012). Breeding programs began in the late 1960’s, which led to the Golden Lion Tamarin Conservation program being founded in 1983, and the establishment…

After clocking in I went to greet the Primate team who were gathering their food dishes from the Animal Nutrition Service. The Squirrel Monkeys are positive for Herpesvirus saimiri and are deadly to other primate species so their food must be kept separate from the others. The keepers discussed issues that would pertain to other keepers for that day. There was also talk about each of the animals that had issues ranging from medical to shifting from one space to another. We then separated…

The Saguinus Oedipus (Cotton-Top Tamarin) is a very unique creature. The Cotton-Top Tamarin gets its name from its appearance. The Cotton-Top Tamarin name comes from the way that it's fantastic crest of long white hair is flowing around its black face like a mane of white cotton. Their limbs are a whitish-yellow color and as well as their chest. They have brown shoulders and a brown back. They are covered with very thick fur. Their tail is reddish-orange towards the base and black towards the…

Introduction The family of Callitrichidae houses the Saguinus imperator, or the Emperor Tamarin. This species can be further classified into two sub-species: Sanguinus imperator subgrisescens and Sagninus imperator imperator. They are included in the group of New World Monkeys. Emperor tamarins are known for their long white mustaches; in fact, they were named after the Emperor Wilhelm II of Germany because he shared this distinct facial accessory (“Emeror tamarin fact file”). The Emperor…

The Emperor Tamarin is a very interesting creature with many unique features that makes this monkey a star in my heart. This monkey sporting a wicked white mustache is under the classification of Mammalia and is a omnivore. Its diet includes sap, fruits and even some small birds and lives along with a crew of 20 other Emperor Tamarins. The Emperor Tamarin is a small monkey ranging 9.2 inch to 10.2 inch but have a 15 inch tail on average (“Emperor Tamarin” - Mac Como Zoo). The Emperor Tamarins…

Common Name: The African lion mainly gives the most common name used to identify the social animal. African lions are very cautious towards each other, prey, and how to live. Taking chances requires strength and mobility for their survival needs. Groups only enhance more of a chance to survive, especially when helping each other out. Scientific Name: The African lion or scientifically named Panthera leo, can be described one of the most achievable predators in the world. Due to large sizes in…

Soon after seeing that a lion---Aslan---is the one who is singing, Andrew completely rejects this idea; rather than continuing to hear singing, he convinces himself that he is hearing roaring instead. Andrew does not want to believe, thus and he convinces himself that what is before his eyes is not real (126). This idea is confirmed on page 170 when Polly asks Aslan to make sure Uncle Andrew never returns to Narnia and Aslan asks, “Do you think he wants to?” The idea is confirmed for a second…

They would attack almost every other big anima found in the wild, be it rhinos, antelopes, bears, half-grown elephants or even crocodiles. Whilst it takes a group of 8 to 10 lions to attack and bring down a young elephant, a tiger can do the job all by itself. Some of these animals weigh twice a tiger and it can still hunt them; how does it manage to do that? Tigers are known to lie stealthily in ambush and quickly strike on their prey and go straight for the neck. The tiger is bold and clinical…

The tiger is one of the most endangered species around the world. Today, there are only an estimated 5.000- 7.000 tigers existing worldwide (D'Silva, Roy) . This number has decreased drastically over the last few years, even though the tiger has few natural enemies. Besides large buffaloes, bears and elephants, humans are its worst enemy. Tigers mainly live in Asia, India and Russia. Due to the wide spread, every tiger sub- spices have adapted to its ecosystem differently, some live in tropical…

makes a sawing sound to charm a male partner. Then, she will leave scent markings so he can find where she is. After they have mated, he will go back to his territory, while she raises the cubs on her own. Chapter 7: Newborn to Young Cubs A female panther will be pregnant for about three months. A baby panther is called a cub. Usually, there are two to four cubs being born in a litter. The cubs’ eyes are blind and are covered with gray fur for the first two weeks after birth. It is the…