PROSIMIAN SANCTUARY
Where Every Lemur Lives Wild at Heart
Lemurs make up a large percentage of the estimated 15,000 primates kept as pets in the US. They are also exploited at substandard attractions and as entertainers and photographic props. There is tremendous demand for sanctuary space because so many private owners have learned the hard way that wild animals like lemurs do not belong in human environments. Other reputable sanctuaries either don’t accept prosimians or are at or near capacity. The Endangered Primate Foundation's Prosimian Sanctuary is the only sanctuary in the US dedicated solely to providing physical and behavioral rehabilitation and lifelong care lemurs.
HOW YOU CAN HELP
Join forces with other sponsors to cover the care expenses of a sanctuary resident.
ADVOCATE
Make an impact with your voice and support
MEET THE RESIDENTS
Meet the lemurs who live at the Prosimian Sanctuary
ABOUT US
EPF's Prosimian Sanctuary is the only sanctuary in the US dedicated solely to providing physical and behavioral rehabilitation and lifelong care for lemurs rescued or surrendered from the pet trade, substandard attractions, and other inappropriate environments.
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Residents of the Prosimian Sanctuary receive specialized professional care, most often for the first time in their lives, that includes:
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Veterinary care
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Behavioral rehabilitation for stereotypic or self-injurious behavior, and/or social skill deficits
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Socialization with others of their own and/or similar species
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Nutrition specially formulated for species and individual needs
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Habitats offering free-access to spacious indoor/ outdoor areas
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Caretakers with combined prosimian experience of over 35 years
CONTACT US
PO Box 26614, Jacksonville, FL 32226
Tel: (904) 860-0899