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“Since 2005, this conservation project for Barbary macaques has been successful in prolonging the survival of this fascinating yet unique species. For 20 years, it has been a privilege to witness babies arrive and each year is as exciting as the last. When the girls are born, they grow up with their friends and families then hopefully go on to have babies of their own to love and cherish. It’s wonderful to discover the baby monkeys and an absolute privilege to see them thrive in our unique woodland”
Head Guide, Anna Smith
“We’re beaming from ear-to-ear now that baby season has begun. We hope to see between 6-10 births each year, the new arrivals will be looked after by their fellow group members and start learning the fascinating Barbary macaque way of life from the very first day of their lives due to the incredible environment of which they live. That is truly special and something we’re incredibly proud of.  We can’t wait to see who’s next to be welcomed into the world, as we expect more babies to arrive very soon!”
Park Director, Matt Lovatt
Trentham Monkey Forest is a research facility for Barbary macaques and that the forest preserves the natural behaviours of the troops. It is highly important to raise mass awareness so people understand the rapid decline in numbers in the wild population Our monkeys have 60-acres to explore, with no cages or bars and live exactly how they would in the wild.
Park Director Matt Lovatt
It is so sad that Barbary macaques are struggling in the wild. We must keep talking about them. It's great what Trentham Monkey Forest is doing for these monkeys, they are amazing. I can’t believe what I have seen. Amazing and beautiful place. Lots of biodiversity is thriving at Trentham Monkey Forest.
Aneeshwar Kunchala
It’s great to have babies for visitors and the park team to welcome to the Forest. The 6 new arrivals are doing brilliantly, and we can’t wait to see them develop in the coming weeks and months.
Head Guide Anna Smith
Each birth that we have here is so special. The babies are fascinating to observe for the staff, visitors, and the monkeys too! The males help care for the babies, despite paternity not being known. It’s a fascinating trait as babies play a special passive role, initiating friendly contact amongst group members. It is amazing that we get to see this natural behaviour unfold in front of our eyes
Park Director Matt Lovatt
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