ZSL London Zoo ZSL London Zoo News 2016
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Doubt it; the species is all-but-extinct in European collections so sourcing them would be problematic.
I honestly think that the turacos and/or hornbills would be OK. Both species have been shown to do well in mixed aviaries. But I do agree that monkeys being present may add stress.
But in any case, introducing any primates into a walkthrough warrants constant staff supervision. Rainforest Life, Lemurs and the squirrel monkey walkthrough are such examples. So I don't think De Brazza's would be a problem per se (remember that the zoo used to have multiple guenon species, at least they did when I was a youngster, which was only 15 years ago or so).
So I'm still sticking with my original list, except maybe remove red river hogs instead.
But in any case, introducing any primates into a walkthrough warrants constant staff supervision. Rainforest Life, Lemurs and the squirrel monkey walkthrough are such examples. So I don't think De Brazza's would be a problem per se (remember that the zoo used to have multiple guenon species, at least they did when I was a youngster, which was only 15 years ago or so).
So I'm still sticking with my original list, except maybe remove red river hogs instead.
Still if the Turacos could do well (which I question) they will not be made available for such an experiment. The current populations will need breeding and cannot afford experimenting with.
The hornbills might be available (although I doubt is as well) but here as well you can go for more common species like African Grey Hornbills.
The hornbills might be available (although I doubt is as well) but here as well you can go for more common species like African Grey Hornbills.
Fair play, maybe some black-billed or Buffon's (or maybe purple-crested) turacos would do the trick.
And Zlin-Lesna have loads of white-crested hornbills, so those wouldn't be much of an issue. However, I suppose African greys might suffice (or perhaps piping, they're also quite small for a forest species).
FunkyGibbon
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Interesting that the author clocked their visit at 6.5 km. I would have thought it less.
Think that article is the first time I've heard Regent's Canal described as a 'stream'!
I thought the idea of visiting a zoo was to see the various animals not for Pokemon. Are you really sure "it was the best day ever"
littleRedPanda
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Visited today but the Tree Kangaroo was off show 
Tiger cubs were out
Although, sleeping with mum in the corner.
Tiger cubs were out
Although, sleeping with mum in the corner.Visited today but the Tree Kangaroo was off show
Tiger cubs were out
In the afternoon, the cubs were left on the own for a short time whilst Melati was on the platform in the other paddock. Mind you, Jae Jae kept an eye on the cubs from a distance.
As for Tree Kangaroo, a bit of confusion about why she is now off show. Some opinions say it's because the Emperor Tamarins were upset, some one else said that the Tree Kangaroo was not happy in the Rain Forest
Got to be the shortest onshow period of any species at ZSL London - even beating the ill-fated Rondo Bushbaby held in the 1990's!
MORE NEWS ON THE RESTORATION OF THE SNOWDON (New Colobus Walkthrough)
https://www.zsl.org/restoration-of-the-snowdon-aviary
The Video Mentions that the Antelope That will be Join the Colobus, The Birds and The Smaller Monkeys are Dik Dik and Duiker
The Article Also Mentions that Work will Start in January 2018 and Plan to Open Summer 2019 But another Article Stated That The Work will Start in 2017, so We Just Have to Wait and See.
The Video Also Shows the Plans of the New Walkthrough, The Ground Path will Be Opened with More Viewing Areas to View the Ground Mammals, Also there will be a New Waterfall Feature and More Climbing Areas For the Colobus and Monkeys
https://www.zsl.org/restoration-of-the-snowdon-aviary
The Video Mentions that the Antelope That will be Join the Colobus, The Birds and The Smaller Monkeys are Dik Dik and Duiker
The Article Also Mentions that Work will Start in January 2018 and Plan to Open Summer 2019 But another Article Stated That The Work will Start in 2017, so We Just Have to Wait and See.
The Video Also Shows the Plans of the New Walkthrough, The Ground Path will Be Opened with More Viewing Areas to View the Ground Mammals, Also there will be a New Waterfall Feature and More Climbing Areas For the Colobus and Monkeys
Zoo buildings always seem eye-wateringly expensive: £7.1 million to refurbish the Snowdon! Lord love a duck (or a troop of colobus)!
I was interested to see the illustration showing an extra walkway at a lower level, which would allow better viewing of the duikers or alternative small antelopes - but how will that be made wheelchair and pushchair accessible on such a steep slope?
Incidentally, I trust that only one species of colobus will be held. I don't suppose for a moment that it will be angolensis, shown first in the video.
Alan
I was interested to see the illustration showing an extra walkway at a lower level, which would allow better viewing of the duikers or alternative small antelopes - but how will that be made wheelchair and pushchair accessible on such a steep slope?
Incidentally, I trust that only one species of colobus will be held. I don't suppose for a moment that it will be angolensis, shown first in the video.
Alan
It looks good, I wonder in regards to species of colobus whether all three species would work together? Not necessarily for this exhibit (that will be the C.g.kikuyuensis currently at the zoo) but in general. Particularly as the zoo have said it could fit 30 colobus, and by my calculations there aren't even half of that number currently at the zoo. Unlikely to happen due to their territorial natures I suppose.
London Zoo has released a video of the tiger cubs
Zoo Releases Video of Cubs for International Tiger Day - ZooBorns
Zoo Releases Video of Cubs for International Tiger Day - ZooBorns
Was the tree kangaroo visible?