Baby Kattas Born at Hagenbeck Zoo in Hamburg - Hagenbeck's Tierpark welcomes first ring-tailed lemur baby in five years

Hagenbeck's Tierpark has welcomed its first ring-tailed lemur baby in five years. The arrival follows the addition of three new females to the group last September, boosting hopes for successful breeding. These playful primates are now thriving in their expanded social circle.

On September 25, 2023, three female ring-tailed lemurs—aged four, six, and nine—joined the group at Hagenbeck from Karlsruhe's Zoological City Garden. Their arrival increased the lemur count from four to seven, improving breeding prospects for the endangered species. In the wild, these animals live only on Madagascar, where their numbers are declining.

The first mating season after their introduction went smoothly. Now, the zoo celebrates a new baby lemur, which spends most of its time clinging to its mother's belly. This behaviour is typical in the early weeks of life. The little one has also begun exploring its surroundings, taking in new sounds and scents. Adult ring-tailed lemurs grow up to 40 centimetres long, excluding their tails, and weigh between 2.5 and 3 kilograms. The zoo remains optimistic about future births, as the group continues to bond and thrive.

The new baby marks a significant moment for Hagenbeck's Tierpark, ending a five-year gap without ring-tailed lemur births. With the group now stronger in numbers, the zoo expects further breeding success. These efforts contribute to the conservation of a species facing threats in its natural habitat.