Critically endangered lemur gives birth to rare set of triplets at Georgia zoo: ‘We hope the numbers keep growing’
A critically endangered red ruffed lemur has given birth to a rare set of triplets at the Wild Adventures Theme Park in Georgia. The triplets, named Red, Marjorie, and Taylor, are part of ongoing conservation efforts for the species, which is facing significant threats in the wild. The park hopes that the birth will raise awareness about the importance of protecting these animals and their habitat.
- ▪The triplets were born on April 25 and are named Red, Marjorie, and Taylor.
- ▪Red ruffed lemurs are critically endangered, with fewer than 10,000 remaining in the wild.
- ▪The species is native to the rainforests of southeastern Madagascar and is threatened by habitat loss.
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US News Critically endangered lemur gives birth to rare set of triplets at Georgia zoo: ‘We hope the numbers keep growing’ By Jeanne Erickson Published May 23, 2026, 8:37 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Cuteness, times three. An endangered red ruffed lemur gave birth to an adorable set of triplets — Red, Marjorie and Taylor — at the Wild Adventures Theme Park in Georgia on April 25. “Parents Val and Doug are doing great,” Kelly Uphold, the lead primate keeper, told The Post. “Their family just keeps growing. They already had four children, including another set of triplets.” 3 The triplets — Taylor, Marjorie and Red — stay close to mom Val.
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