TAMPA, Fla. – ZooTampa at Lowry Park is celebrating the arrival of a precious new addition: an endangered siamang baby! Born on the evening of October 27th to parents Hutan and Sensei, the little one is already clinging tightly to mom and nursing well.
“The entire ZooTampa family is very excited about the expansion of our siamang family,” said Chris Massaro, Chief Zoological Officer. “Siamangs are endangered, so every birth is extremely important and a sign of hope for the species. The baby is doing well and guests visiting the Zoo may get a glimpse of the new arrival in the coming days.”
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The baby siamang joins its 3-year-old sister, Kazuki. It will be a few weeks before the sex of the newborn is determined. In the meantime, lucky zoo visitors may catch a glimpse of the adorable new arrival in the coming days.
About Siamangs:
- Siamangs are the largest of the gibbon species.
- They have distinctive black fur, long arms, and opposable thumbs and toes, perfect for swinging through the trees.
- These apes are known for their strong family bonds, with fathers playing an active role in raising their young.
- Their unique calls include “barks” and “booms,” amplified by an inflatable throat sac.
Sadly, siamangs are endangered due to habitat loss and poaching. They are native to the tropical forests of Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand.
This new arrival at ZooTampa represents a significant contribution to the conservation of this incredible species.
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