Sanctuary puts down three neglected marmoset monkeys
The sanctuary needs donations to help save monkeys in similar situations.
Three marmoset monkeys, recently saved by the World Primate Sanctuary in Esther Park, had to be put down due to negligence by previous owners.
According to founder of the sanctuary and primatologist Wayne McLeod, the monkeys’ severe pain was due to lack of direct sunlight needed for bone formation, as well as the absence of a diet rich in vitamins. Some monkeys were also kept in small indoor cages, which McLeod said is unacceptable.
“The monkeys had leg paralysis, crumbling spines and were in terrible pain. Monkeys supposed to be double the size of your hand could fit in your hand.”
McLeod would like to help save primates in similar situations by educating people on their care. The caring primatologist can be contacted on 084 597 4044.
The sanctuary is also in need of donations for the monkeys, such as tins of bully beef, sausages, spaghetti, strawberry pops, baby milk powder, eggs, yoghurt and chicken. Dark green roof paint is also needed and volunteers are welcome to help build cages.
“Please help us to help the monkeys,” McLeod concluded.
