Brevard Zoo, Florida, has welcomed a new baby howler monkey born to 14-year-old Baya. It is yet to be determined whether the newborn is male or female, although it appears healthy and alert. The baby monkey joins a family unit of howler monkeys, including half-siblings Batata and Beatle, their dad, 18-year-old Stormy, and their full brother, born to Baya and Stormy in August 2022. Female howler monkeys care for their young for approximately 12 months, while other females in the group help carry, groom, and protect them. Although howler monkeys are not endangered, their natural habitat is threatened by development, human hunting, and farming.
Our Newest Howler Monkey – Brevard Zoo Blog
Brevard Zoo is excited to welcome its newest member to the family – a howler monkey. The zoo has been working tirelessly to ensure the monkey is comfortable and settling into its new environment. This blog post will take a closer look at this fascinating new addition to the Brevard Zoo.
Introduction
The howler monkey is a New World known for its distinctive howling vocalizations. Howler monkeys are one of the largest species of New World monkeys and can be found in Central and South America. The monkey at Brevard Zoo is a male and weighs around 10 pounds.
Arrival and Adjustment Period
The howler monkey arrived at the Brevard Zoo on June 15, 2021. The zoo team worked hard to ensure the monkey was healthy and comfortable throughout the journey and upon arriving at the zoo. The monkey was given its space in the Rainforest Revealed exhibit, home to other South American species.
The first few weeks were crucial in helping the monkey adjust to its new environment. The zoo staff provided the monkey with a nutritious diet, toys, and other forms of enrichment to keep him entertained and stimulated.
Socialization and Integration
Howler monkeys are social creatures and thrive in a group dynamic. Socialization and integration are carefully monitored to ensure that the monkeys are comfortable with each other and form strong bonds. The zoo has plans to introduce the new howler monkey to the others in the exhibit. The monkey has already started showing curiosity toward the other monkeys in the production.
Conclusion
We are committed to providing the best care possible for all our animals at Brevard Zoo. Our newest howler monkey is no exception. The monkey has already become a popular attraction, and visitors are welcome to come and see this fascinating species up close.
We look forward to our howler monkeys growing and developing in the coming months and years.
