Recently São Paulo Zoo which is home to more than 2,000 animals, was part of a beautiful pair of black mar mosets. Visitors to the wildlife contemplation and conservation space can now get a closer look at the new animals at the Zoo of São Paulo, which are native to the Atlantic Rainforest and, unfortunately, are under threat of extinction.
The pair arrived at the institution in 2023, where they stayed for a few months outside the visiting area. Now, for the first time, they are open to the public, showing off all their “marmoset cuteness”.
Meet the new animals at the Zoo family
Originally from the south-east of the country, the black-browed marmoset is popularly known as the “sagui-caveirinha”. The name comes from the spot on its face, which, when framed by the animal’s eyes, nose and mouth, resembles the design of a skull.
Currently, it is estimated that there are only 10,000 black marmosets in the wild and 65 under human care. Thus, the couple’s stay at the zoo has an important objective for the maintenance of the environment: the safety and reproduction of this species.
This way, the marmosets will be able to carry out their ecological functions, such as dispersing seeds in the areas where they live and controlling insects, for much longer!
How to visit the Zoo:
So, if you like the new residents, be sure to visit São Paulo Zoo. The institution is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is located in the south of the city, at Avenida Miguel Estefno, 4241, Água Funda. In addition to the animals, there is a library, stores, snack bars, restaurants, a crèche and a parking lot.
The zoo has existed for 66 years and occupies part of the Atlantic Forest, within the Fontes do Ipiranga State Park. In addition, it is considered one of the best in the world for its animal diversity and is also a benchmark for the reproduction and conservation of endangered species.
Finally, to guarantee your ticket, buy it directly at the box office or on the institution’s official website by clicking on here. Admission starts at R$39.96.