Monkeys have long captivated the human imagination with their intriguing behaviors, social structures, and varied habitats. Among them, the Old World monkeys hold a special place in both the scientific community and popular culture. These primates, belonging to the family Cercopithecidae, are native to Africa and Asia, and are distinguished from their New World counterparts in several important ways.
Old World monkeys are a diverse group of primates comprising … Continue
Monkeys are among the most intriguing and diverse animals in the mammalian world. Belonging to the primate order, they exhibit a wide range of behaviors, adaptations, and social structures that have captivated scientists and nature enthusiasts alike. From the lush rainforests of South America to the savannas of Africa and the forests of Asia, monkeys have established themselves as vital components of their ecosystems.
Monkeys are broadly divided into two groups: New World monkeys and Old World monkeys. New World monkeys, such as capuchins, … Continue
In this video, Parks Canada experts explain how HWA spreads, its impact on hemlock forests, and the integrated pest management strategy in place to combat it.
Kejimkujik National Park is home to towering Eastern hemlocks—trees that provide essential habitat, regulate forest ecosystems, and hold deep cultural significance for the Mi’kmaq.
These ancient forests face a serious threat: Hemlock woolly adelgid (HWA), an invasive insect that could devastate the park’s oldgrowth hemlocks by 2030.
Learn how Parks Canada is using a combination of chemical control and biological control, as well as a … Continue
Twenty years ago, the first YouTube video was filmed right here at the San Diego Zoo. Now, we’re celebrating two decades of global connection, creativity, and conservation stories that continue to inspire. From “Me At The Zoo” to all the unforgettable moments that followed, this tribute honors the community, the creators, and the wildlife/animals that shaped a digital era.
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is an international, nonprofit conservation organization with two front doors: the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. We integrate wildlife health
