Monkeys get used to their new home in west Berkshire

Two new Goeldi’s monkeys have arrived at The Living Rainforest conservation centre in west Berkshire

The two new arrivals, Penelope (aged 4) and Isabella (aged 5), were introduced to their new enclosure on Friday and are now settling into their rainforest home.

The living Rainforest has a long and special history with this rare species, dating back to 1997, when they cared for a pair called Sooty and Meeko. Their family helped start new groups at zoos across the UK. Penelope is the great-granddaughter of Sooty and Meeko.

Goeldi’s monkeys are listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, mainly because their rainforest homes are being destroyed. By caring for Penelope and Isabella, The Living Rainforest is helping protect the future of this threatened species and teaching visitors about rainforest conservation.

The Living rainforest centre is home to over 850 species of plants and animals, including rare and endangered species of global conservation value.

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