Two tiny Emperor tamarins have been born at Drusillas Park and are settling into life at the zoo.

These tiny monkeys are a threatened species, found naturally in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. They take their name from the 19th Century Emperor, Wilhelm II of Germany, who they are said to resemble on account of their distinctive moustaches.

The twins were born on 25th October and are thriving under the watchful guidance of proud parents, Tiny Tim and Lucy.

The couple were introduced at Drusillas in 2006 as part of a European breeding programme, travelling from Barcelona Zoo and Marwell Wildlife respectively. Thankfully, Cupid’s arrow proved right on target and in 2008, they celebrated the arrival of baby Pancho, with whom they share an enclosure.

The new additions are still very dependent on the adults and will rely on their parents for a while yet. However, under the guidance of Tiny Tim and Lucy,  the keepers are confident that these little emperors will soon be ruling visitors’ hearts, becoming firm favourites at the zoo in no time at all.

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For more information please contact:

Claire Peters

Head of Public Relations

Drusillas Park

Tel: 01323 874112  Fax: 01323 874101

Email: claire.peters@drusillas.co.uk