We are home to four female drills, Mariana, Nora, Patani and Eschu, and a male drill, Tayo.

FACT FILE

• These endangered monkeys have an average lifespan of 20 years. Our oldest drill, Nora, was born in 1996!
• The adult males are more than twice the size of females
• Drills weigh about 34kg, around the same weight as a large golden retriever

 

HOW WE'RE HELPING

Wild populations of drill are in decline due to habitat loss, fragmentation and hunting. Here at RZSS, our drills are part of the European Endangered Species Programme (EEP) which ensures a healthy and genetically diverse population.

Like all the animals in our care, our drills are amazing ambassadors for their relatives in the wild and help hundreds of thousands of people connect with nature every year. They encourage visitors to learn about the threats facing wildlife and the action they can take to help create a world where nature is protected, valued, and loved.

As a wildlife conservation charity, we care for the animals here at the zoo and work to protect species at risk around the world. From providing expertise in genetics and veterinary health to protecting wild places with local conservation partners, and even restoring threatened species to the wild, we are active where we are needed most.

Find out more about RZSS conservation