Female reproductive parameters in the Javan gibbon (Hylobates moloch)
Abstract Javan gibbons (Hylobates moloch) are one of the most endangered gibbon species in the world. Data on the reproductive biology of the species are almost nonexistent, and a general understanding of the female reproductive biology of this species is important for both ex situ and in situ conservation. Using 18 years of data from […]
Reproductive parameters in captive woolly monkeys (Lagothrix lagotricha)
Abstract 10.1002/(SICI)1098-2361(1999)18:53.3.CO;2-Y We present data on the reproductive parameters of the woolly monkey from five different colonies and the North American Studbook. Because this species appears to be difficult to breed in captivity and yet is of conservation concern, a description of reproductive performance should be of help to colony managers. Few females (37.5%) were […]