Goeldis Monkeys Return!
Goeldis Monkeys Return!
They are back at The Living Rainforest!
Their two new arrivals, Penelope (aged 4) and Isabella (aged 5), were introduced to their new enclosure on Friday and are now settling into their rainforest home.
They have a long and special history with this rare species, dating back to 1997, when they cared for a pair called Sooty and Meeko.
Their family helped start new groups at zoos across the UK.
Penelope is the great-granddaughter of Sooty and Meeko, making her part of this wonderful legacy.
Goeldi’s monkeys are listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, mainly because their rainforest homes are being destroyed.
By caring for Penelope and Isabella, The Living Rainforest is helping protect the future of this threatened species and teaching visitors about rainforest conservation.
Visitors can now come and see Penelope and Isabella exploring their new surroundings in their rainforest glasshouses.
About Goeldi’s Monkeys
- Scientific name: Callimico goeldii
- Native to the Amazon rainforest in South America
- Live in dense, bamboo-rich forest
- Eat fruit, insects and fungi
Why Are They Threatened?
- Rainforest destruction from logging and farming
- Hunting and trapping for the illegal pet trade
Our New Monkeys
- Penelope (aged 4) – great-granddaughter of Sooty and Meeko, from Drusillas Zoo
- Isabella (aged 5) – from Marwell Zoo
How The Living Rainforest Helps
- Part of an international conservation breeding programme
- Supports research, education and habitat protection
- Works with partners such as the University of Reading
Did You Know?
- Sooty, their original Goeldi’s monkey, lived to 28½ years old
- She was the UK’s oldest Goeldi’s monkey and one of the oldest in the world
- Sooty and Meeko produced 9 sons at The Living Rainforest.
- Their great granddaughter Penelope is returning as part of a whole new generation of Goeldi’s monkeys at TLR
The Living Rainforest
Experience the sights, sounds & smells of a lush tropical rainforest.
Their indoor glasshouses contain over 850 types of plants and animals, including many rare & endangered species.
In between exploring the glasshouses, pause for a break in their café.
Enjoy a cup of Brazilian Rainforest Alliance Certified Arabica coffee with its rich, full-bodied flavour, perfectly paired with a slice of cake.
For lunch, choose from freshly prepared sandwiches and simple but tasty options like sausage rolls.
They also offer gluten-free and vegan choices.
On sunny days, make the most of their playground and outdoor garden.
It’s the perfect spot for children to run wild while you relax and enjoy the sunshine with a cappuccino from their café.
Wheelchair accessible:
They are fully wheelchair accessible and have designated disabled parking spaces next to the entrance path.
Changing Places toilet:
They recently installed a Changing Places toilet, conveniently located near the main entrance.
Please ask for a key at the front reception desk.
Assistance dogs:
They regret that assistance dogs are not permitted inside the rainforest glasshouses, as their presence is stressful to their animals.
Assistance dogs on a lead are welcome in the outdoor café seating area and other outdoor zones.
Please contact them if you would like any further information about accessibility or making the most of your visit.
The Living Rainforest
Hampstead Norreys, near Newbury, Berkshire RG18 0TN
01635 202 444
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