Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Bronx Zoo Welcomes Rare Pygmy Slow Loris Infant!

1/28/2026

37 4

Summary

Story summary

The Bronx Zoo announced on January 27, 2026, that a rare pygmy slow loris is the first primate born at its World of Darkness exhibit.
The infant, born on December 13, is sensitive to light, prompting the zoo to request no flash photography.
The pygmy slow loris is endangered due to habitat loss and poaching.
The infant is part of a Species Survival Plan to help maintain the global population.

1 of 1

Story summary

The Bronx Zoo announced on January 27, 2026, that a rare pygmy slow loris is the first primate born at its World of Darkness exhibit.
The infant, born on December 13, is sensitive to light, prompting the zoo to request no flash photography.
The pygmy slow loris is endangered due to habitat loss and poaching.
The infant is part of a Species Survival Plan to help maintain the global population.