The zoo in Tayto Park just got a whole lot cuter with the arrival of 15 ring tailed lemurs.
The Ashbourne theme park has just opened ‘Lemur Woods’ - Ireland’s largest lemur walkthrough.
Set in a large habitat in a natural woodland, visitors will get the chance to get up close and personal with the incredible endangered species as they walk along a looped pathway within the enclosure.
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The adorable Madagascan animals known for their long, thick, tail with black and white rings are the sixth species of primate to join the zoo at Tayto Park.
The Tayto Park troop are part of the European Endangered Species Breeding Programme.
Tayto Park’s Zoo Manager, Lee Donohoe said: "Adding new species to our collection is always an exciting time but even more so when they have such conservation importance.
"Lemur Woods is a fantastic opportunity to teach visitors of all ages about Madagascar and its species but doing it in a fun and memorable way."
Tayto Park has also announced limited edition family tickets for Tayto Park FunFest, which takes place this 29 and 30 June.
For more info visit www.taytopark.ie
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