The importance of zoos in the conservation of endangered species

History

🐒 The importance of zoos in the conservation of endangered species | Monkey Park Discover how modern zoos, such as Monkey Park, play an essential role in the conservation of endangered species, environmental education and the protection of global biodiversity. 🌍 From exhibit to conservation: the evolution of zoos During [...]

Healthy Food for Parrots: Keys to their Well-being

Healthy Diet for Parrots: Keys to Their Well-being

A balanced diet is essential for the health and well-being of parrots. Below, we explain which foods they can eat without limits, which should be given in moderation and which are totally forbidden. Ideal percentage of food in their diet To ensure proper nutrition, the parrot's diet should be balanced and [...]

No to Animal Shows

No to Shows with Animals

Animal Welfare in the Spotlight: Why Monkey Park Says «No» to Animal Shows. In a world where animal welfare awareness is growing every day, modern zoos face a crucial challenge: balancing education and conservation with absolute respect for the creatures they protect. At Monkey Park, we have [...]

Wild Lives at Risk

Wild Lives at Risk

The dark business of animal trafficking: marmosets as victims 1. Introduction Illegal animal trafficking is one of the most lucrative illicit activities in the world, second only to drug, arms and human trafficking. Each year, this business moves between 7 and 23 billion dollars, according to estimates by international organisations. [...]

Death of Balombe

Death of Balombe

On 22 September 2024 Balombe, our male Drill (Mandrillus leucophaeus), passed away. This news has been a hard blow for the whole Monkey Park Tenerife team as we have shared 24 years together. Balombe's story He was born in 1994 in Hannover Zoo, he arrived at our zoo in [...]

VU (Vulnerable)
VU (Vulnerable) Complete

It is at high risk of extinction in the medium term.

NT (Near Threatened)
NT (Near Threatened) Complete

It is not yet at risk, but could be soon if conditions worsen.

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EX (Extinct)
EX (Extinct) Complete

There are no longer any living individuals of the species.

EW (Extinct in the wild)
EW (Extinct in the wild) Complete

Only specimens survive in captivity or in scientific collections.

EN (Endangered)
EN (En Perilous) Complete

It has a very high risk of disappearing in the wild if conservation measures are not taken.

CR (Critically Endangered)
CR (Critically Endangered) Complete

It faces an extremely high risk of extinction in the near future.

LC (Least Concern)
LC (Minor Concern) Complete

The species is relatively secure in the wild and faces no immediate risk of extinction.