We are home to three L'Hoest's monkeys here at Edinburgh Zoo - Jamal, Kibanzi and Sheli.
Wild populations of L’Hoest’s monkeys are in decline due to deforestation. They are also hunted for bushmeat and are frequently snared or shot by hunters. Here at RZSS, our L’Hoest’s monkeys 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 L’Hoest’s monkeys 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.