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Erie Zoo Welcomes Endangered Guenon Monkey Birth
10 Oct
Summary
- First-time mom Georgia gives birth to healthy baby guenon
- Guenon populations declining due to habitat loss and hunting
- Zoo's conservation efforts aim to protect this near-threatened species
On October 10, 2025, the Erie Zoo welcomed the birth of an adorable lesser spot-nosed guenon monkey. The newborn was born on October 4th to first-time mom, Georgia, and both the mother and baby are reported to be healthy and thriving under the attentive care of the zoo's animal care and veterinary teams.
Zookeepers have noted that Georgia is exhibiting excellent maternal instincts, keeping her newborn close. The baby's gender has not yet been determined, and the zoo has not yet chosen a name for the newest addition to their primate family.
The spot-nosed guenon is a species native to the forests of West Africa, but their populations have been declining due to a variety of challenges, including habitat loss from deforestation, hunting pressures, and human encroachment. The zoo says that births like this one are an important part of global conservation efforts to ensure the survival of this near-threatened species and to educate the public about the need to protect their natural habitats.
"This birth is a wonderful milestone for our zoo family," said Erie Zoo animal curator Jenn Salandra. "Each new arrival is a testament to the dedication of our animal care and veterinary staff and the success of our ongoing conservation and breeding efforts."
