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Douroucouli
We are home to 2 douroucoulis named Diego and Baroo. They share their Monkey Heights home with our female armadillo, Myrtle.
Douroucoulis are also known as owl monkeys because of their large, round eyes and flat faces, which give them an owl-like appearance.
Class:
Mammals
Order:
Primates
Family:
Aotidae
About the douroucouli
Douroucoulis are native to Central and South America, where they inhabit tropical and subtropical forests. They are the only truly nocturnal monkeys in the world, with large eyes adapted for seeing in low light.
Their diet is omnivorous, consisting mainly of fruits, leaves, flowers, and insects.
Conservation
Douroucoulis are listed as Vulnerable by the IUCN. Their main threats include habitat destruction due to deforestation and illegal pet trade. Conservation efforts focus on habitat protection and responsible breeding programmes in zoos and sanctuaries