A large, mature tree has collapsed into two enclosures at Pilpintuwasi in Peru, causing severe damage. The black capuchins and one white capuchin all escaped, but thankfully, did not go far, and were quickly brought back.

Work has begun to cut down and clear out the damaged tree, but we urgently need funds to begin huge repairs to the enclosures.

Thanks to our supporters, we were able to build a complex of monkey habitats at Pilpintuwasi for the dozens of primates rescued during our epic Operation Spirit of Freedom mission in Peru, ten years ago.

While they were being cared for at the ADI Temporary Rescue Unit, we undertook one of the most challenging construction projects we have ever faced. Our priority was to preserve the trees and as much of the natural environment as possible inside the habitats. In the white capuchin habitat, we were able to incorporate a small stream by sinking the fence into the rocks, so they could enjoy having a stream running through their habitat.

We took the first 39 primates, coati mundis, and kinkajous – cut from chains in circuses, restaurants, and taken from wildlife traffickers – back to their natural environment in the rainforest. Revisit their journey home:

We incorporated the trees into the habitats to make their new homes as close as possible to the life in the wild they lost. We reunited them with their own kind, ending their loneliness, creating families, and allowing them to swing through the trees and be monkeys again. These monkeys can never return to the wild due to the abuse they have suffered, including broken teeth and other injuries. Our sanctuary habitats in the forest gave them a lifeline.

There is something magical about seeing our rescued monkeys home, in the Amazon rainforest. Climbing through the trees, watching butterflies, swinging on ropes, picking through the undergrowth, tasting everything, finding treats, always so inquisitive, examining anything new, grooming each other, chattering and just being together with their new families.

The physical and emotional damage they have suffered means these monkeys will need special care for the rest of their lives. Some may live for as long as 30 years. That’s why I need your help today.

Can you help with a donation today to repair their precious home? Please donate here to support our urgent appeal.

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With your help, we can ensure our rescued monkeys stay safe, and we can provide a home to others in need, in the future.