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Birth of Two Cotton-Top Tamarin Offspring at Terra Natura Benidorm

Birth of Two Cotton-Top Tamarin Offspring at Terra Natura Benidorm

One of the world's most endangered primate species

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Jueves, 26 de diciembre 2024, 17:25

Terra Natura Benidorm has celebrated the birth of two cotton-top tamarin (Saguinus oedipus) offspring, one of the world's most endangered primate species. The birth, which occurred last October in the facility dedicated to this species, marks a significant milestone in the conservation efforts undertaken by the park.

The gender of the offspring is yet to be determined. They were born without complications in the nest of their mother, Martina. Weighing approximately 50 grams at birth, the offspring are developing normally and healthily, clinging firmly to their mother's body and showing signs of good health, such as having their tails curled, indicative of strong and healthy growth.

The park's team of caretakers follows a rigorous observation protocol to ensure the well-being of the offspring and the family group. Their condition and development are checked daily, confirming that the offspring are feeding properly from the mother and are alert. During the first weeks, the offspring spend most of their time sleeping, but gradually begin to open their eyes and interact with adults, showing curiosity about their surroundings.

These interactions are a positive indicator of the offspring's development, who will later start to detach from the adults to conduct small explorations before returning under the protection of their parents or siblings. This process, carefully observed by the caretakers, is crucial to ensure that the offspring grow strong and healthy.

The gender of the offspring is yet to be determined. They were born without complications in the nest of their mother, Martina.

This is Martina's third birth, and she shares the care of the offspring with the father from the second day. Additionally, the older siblings in the group actively participate in their care, consolidating the strong social bonds of this large family group, which currently has eight members. This level of harmony is unusual in such large groups, highlighting the stability and cohesion of this primate family at Terra Natura Benidorm.

The cotton-top tamarin is classified as Vulnerable (VU) by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and is included in the European Endangered Species Programme (EEP) of the European Association of Zoos and Aquaria (EAZA). Conservation of this species is crucial, as it faces severe threats such as deforestation, illegal pet trade, and the historical impact of its use in biomedical research.

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