Pair of new arrivals at Twycross Zoo

Visitors can now see the babies exploring their surroundings while staying close to mum Mathilda and dad Moe.

Emperor Tamarins, which are very small monkey, are native to South America, occurring in Brazil, Peru, Bolivia and Colombia, where they live in small family groups above the forest floor in the tree canopies.

Twin births are a typical occurrence among tamarin species, and when they are fully grown, the babies will weigh no more than 500g.

Dr. Charlotte Macdonald, head of life sciences said: “ We are really pleased that Mathilda has had a safe pregnancy and birth, and she has taken to motherhood instantly, with Moe helping her along the way.”

Twycross Zoo is open to the public from 10am to 6pm. For more information and to book tickets visit www.twycrosszoo.org or call 0844 474 1777