 | It was a typical day for Laos Wildlife Center, but nothing prepared them for the unusual drop-off they most recently experienced. They were handed a closed purse and when the proper identification and paperwork was requested, the owner took off! |
Laos staff identified the shy little monkey as a pig-tailed Macaque. When taken out of the purse, the monkey was wearing a chain, which he allowed the staff to remove from his waist. He is described as being timid but kind and gentle. Though the monkey which the staff accordingly named "Purse", was underweight and dehydrated when received, he is expected to make a full recovery and will live a safe, comfortable life at the Laos Wildlife Center where he will be loved and cared for.
The pig-tailed Macaque is considered a vulnerable species found in the rainforest and lowlands throughout much of southeast Asia. Like other primates, their survival is being threatened by habitat destruction, use for laboratory experiments, and even as a food source.
Remember, keeping a wild animal as a pet is very difficult and probably illegal. Read more about why wild animals should not be kept as pets here.
Photos courtesy of Laos Wildlife Rescue Center.
The pig-tailed Macaque is considered a vulnerable species found in the rainforest and lowlands throughout much of southeast Asia. Like other primates, their survival is being threatened by habitat destruction, use for laboratory experiments, and even as a food source.
Remember, keeping a wild animal as a pet is very difficult and probably illegal. Read more about why wild animals should not be kept as pets here.
Photos courtesy of Laos Wildlife Rescue Center.
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