Gelada Monkey Born at YWP Sets Rare Breeding Record

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Yorkshire Wildlife Park celebrates the birth of a rare gelada monkey on March 14, marking a milestone for European conservation efforts of this Ethiopian mountain primate.

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The newborn, whose gender remains unknown, joins mother Bachuma (19) and first-time father Taylor (11) in what experts call a significant addition to the species' survival program.

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She has kept her baby tight to her chest," reveals Amy Wright, Section Head of the Primate Team, noting how the alpha female fiercely protects her newest offspring.

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Fellow female geladas actively assist with grooming and monitoring the infant, while younger troop members show little interest until the baby reaches 4-5 months old.

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Yorkshire Wildlife Park now stands as one of the first facilities worldwide to successfully maintain two breeding troops of geladas in a single reserve.

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The park's 'Experience Ethiopia' habitat houses both family groups - including Bachuma's previous offspring Colin and Makeda - showcasing the social complexity of these grass-eating primates.

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Geladas face mounting threats in their Ethiopian highland home, making successful breeding programs essential for preserving "the last pure grass-eating species of primate left on the planet.

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The park's conservation success has earned it the honor of hosting the upcoming European Gelada Conference in October 2025, bringing together zoo professionals dedicated to the species.

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Visitors hoping to spot the new arrival should plan Easter holiday visits when "the infant will definitely be out and about playing and more noticeable," according to Wright.

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