By Zoe Walker | Project Leader
THE FIRST GROUP OF WILDTRACKS SPIDER MONKEYS ARE NOW IN THE WILD!
FREE!
Join us as we watch the moment when they leave the enclosure for the first time...a very emotional moment for all concerned....and one that you have been part of making possible...
Wildtracks Spider Monkeys - First steps in the Wild
First reports show that they are staying relatively close to the release enclosure, and returning for food and water - though they are also enjoying the negrito fruit of the nearby trees.
Now the tracking team has the task of ensuring their first week goes smoothly, finding and following them each day, and identifying any potential issues.
Reaching this point is a huge achievement, and one that has only been possible because of the support of all of you - the Belize Forest Department, the Fireburn Community, those who have cared for these five spider monkeys during their rehabilitation, those who have donated towards the release appeal, Wild &Free, Gregg and Jill Stone, who supported the purchase of the trackers, Wildtracks USA, which has been a constant, supportive partner, Twycross Zoo staff (Mat and Lainy) and the vets of Animal Medical Centre and Belize Wildlife and Referral Clinic, who donated their time for the pre-release health checks, and Dr. Philip of AMC who returned to assist with the collaring and final checks before release.
...and, of course, those in the field, now busy ensuring these five have the best start possible in the wild....
We look forward to keeping you informed through the post-release stage...we still have at least six months of post release tracking to ensure Charlie and his females settle into life in the wild...and are still $2,650 short of our target...please consider contribuing your support of this exciting project!
THANK YOU!
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