There are APES in Santa Clarita, believe it or not. They are located in the GIBBON CONSERVATION CENTER in Saugus.
The center was established in 1976 and it has the world's second largest gibbon population outside their countries of origin, and houses the rarest group of apes in the western hemisphere.
It has successfully reproduced 7 gibbon species.
Functions as an international consultant to zoos, museums, government agencies.
Has assisted gibbon rescue programs in Thailand, Taiwan, Vietnam and Indonesia.
The GOALS for the center is to help ensure the survival, preservation and propagation of all gibbon species in the wild and in captivity. To provide a captive haven for all gibbon species as a complement to protecting them in the wild. To educate the public and add to the knowledge of gibbons for the scientific community, rehabilation centers and zoos.
YOU CAN GET IN AND SEE THEM! For information on tours, contact us by email at gibboncenter@earthlink.net or call 661-296-2737 or see "Tours" page on this website at www.gibboncenter.org
Amazing!!!
Sunday, March 21, 2010
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