The golden lion tamarin (Leontopithecus rosalia) is a squirrel-sized primate found only in a small strip of coastal rainforest in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Though habitat loss has greatly reduced their range and population size, 25 years of conservation efforts have pulled this endangered species back from the brink of extinction.

The Philadelphia Zoo is committed to saving species by connecting families with wildlife and the environment we share.

Learn more about the Global Conservation Prize.
 

Just as we’re planting corridors of trees to connect isolated patches of forest in Brazil “Treetop Trails,” our innovative new animal trail in the treetops, will join Zoo habitats for golden lion tamarins and other primates. The trail way at the Rare Animal Conservation Center is the first phase of a Zoo-wide system that will link exhibits across the Zoo.

Learn more about the golden lion tamarins at the Zoo.
 

Download the X•Tink•Shun theme song! Fifty percent of proceeds from the iTunes sales of “Hail the Creatures” will be used to support reforestation for golden lion tamarins in Brazil.
 

You can help forest animals like golden lion tamarins by preserving and protecting trees. Look for the “FSC-certified” symbol when purchasing wood and paper products and be sure to reuse and recycle.

Long-time Philadelphia Zoo conservation partner, Associação Mico-Leão-Dourado (Golden Lion Tamarin Association) employs several strategies to save tamarins including:

• Reintroduction and Translocation
• Reforestation
• Watershed management
• Public Education

Learn more about the Golden Lion Tamarin Association.