On Gorilla International Day, we share that one of the centres SOS Primates supports since its creation, the Lwiro Primate Rehabilitation Centre (LPRC), Lwiro Primates, collaborates with the conservation of Grauer’s Gorilla, endemic to DRCongo and a true treasure that must be preserved. The centre has rescued some orphans, product of poaching, such as Kalonge [...]
Our colleagues at SOS Primates were at Zoo Aquarium de Madrid sharing information about primates, the dangers they face and fundraising towards LPRC, Lwiro Primates, at the DRCongo, which lately has been living in a situation of war conflict in its surroundings, where not only human primates are the most affected. Wars bring along primate [...]
As you know, we manage the annual donation of uniforms and other equipment gifted by Zoo de Barcelona for primate and other animal rescue centres. We continue our labour, soon we will share news about the centres receiving them. This is a huge team effort were logistics, maintenance, keepers, vets and education staff, among others, [...]
SOS Primates took part in the 8th Adoption Event in Colmenar Viejo. We shared information about our organization and our work supporting the more than 200 orphaned primates living at CRPL, Lwiro Primates, in the Democratic Republic of Congo, including young individuals like Bonita and adults like Sergine. We would like to thank @ADAAC and [...]
For many years the vegan, biological and natural products shop Planeta Vegano collaborates with us distributing the SOS Primates calendars. Now this establishment has changed name and ownership, but not its commitment with animals. Currently named Universo Vegano, and in its branch at Calle Ave María, 34, in Lavapiés, Madrid, you can find a wide [...]
For years, the natural and vegan products shop Planeta Vegano collaborated with us by distributing SOS Primates calendars. Although the shop has now changed its name and management, its commitment to animals remains just as strong. Now called Universo Vegano, the shop is located at Calle Ave María 34 in Lavapiés, Madrid, and offers a [...]
As you know, we manage the annual donation of uniforms and equipment provided by Barcelona Zoo to wildlife rescue centers. We continue working on this and will soon share updates on where these materials are being sent. This is a true team effort involving staff from logistics, maintenance, animal care, veterinary, education, and more. It [...]
We share another interview to SOS Primates president, Raúl Cabrera, in the digital newspaper The New Barcelona Post, where he shares his professional trajectory, the creation of the NGO and his work as a primate keeper in different institutions, both zoos and sanctuaries. We want to share our gratitude to journalist Carme Escales for [...]
Date: 6 September We are pleased to share another interview with Raúl Cabrera, president of SOS Primates, published in the digital newspaper The New Barcelona Post. The interview explores his professional journey, the creation of the NGO, and his experience working with primates in both zoos and sanctuaries. We would like to thank journalist Carme [...]
Approximately 600 species of primates face a challenging future. A large portion of these species are threatened by human impact. Without going any further, two of the projects SOS primates supports this year are a clear example: the LPRC, Lwiro Primates, in DRCongo, houses orphan primates from the bushmeat trade, illegal pet trade and habitat [...]
