Over the past two months, the zoo has also celebrated the birth of two golden lion tamarins and an orca calf, demonstrating the success of its breeding programmes and its ongoing commitment to preserving endangered species.
Loro Parque has achieved the birth of three ring-tailed lemur (Lemur catta) cubs, a species listed as vulnerable by the IUCN, thus reinforcing its commitment to the conservation of biodiversity. Two of the cubs were born in April and one in March, and all are in perfect health, remaining in close contact with their mothers from birth, This reflects the natural behaviour of this species, based on a strong family bond and intense dependence in the early stages of life.
‘The successful breeding of the ring-tailed lemur demonstrates our commitment to the protection of endangered species and the ability of our facilities to provide an environment that supports their welfare and conservation,’ said Wolfgang Kiessling, president and founder of the Loro Parque Group. He added: ‘We are actively involved in international programmes that seek to ensure the future of this iconic species of Madagascar.
This achievement is even more significant considering that lemurs face serious threats in their natural habitat due to forest destruction for charcoal production, firewood, and agricultural expansion. They are also victims of illegal trade for sale as exotic pets.
Easily identified by their grey fur and distinctive black and white ringed tail, ring-tailed lemurs are a symbol of Madagascar and representatives of the urgent need to protect the world’s most fragile island ecosystems.
The birth of these cubs represents renewed hope for the survival of the species and reaffirms Loro Parque’s role as an international reference in wildlife conservation and environmental education.
Furthermore, in the last two months, Loro Parque has also celebrated the birth of two golden lion tamarins and an orca calf, demonstrating the success of its breeding programmes and its ongoing commitment to the preservation of endangered species.
