WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU SEE AN INJURED MACAQUE? It is very important for members of the public to know that macaques live in close knit family groups. Instinctually, if an individual is injured, the rest of family members will stay nearby to help or protect him/her from any potential threats – this could mean from another animal, including us humans. They will be very distressed, hence, it is advisable for members of the public not to make any attempts to handle the injured macaque by him or herself

As part of our macaque rehabilitation process, we reinforce their habit of foraging for food in various ways. This reduces human imprinting and dependency, enabling the animal to become independent. Macaques are omnivores. They forage for insects found between tree barks as they're an excellent source of protein. We simulate this experience by placing a bark containing various insects and worms inside the rehabilitation enclosure, as seen in this video. It is important to build and reinforce the