Golden Hues at Rest - A Day with the Golden Lion Tamarin

Wednesday, May 22nd, 2024 at 10:38:33 PM · 2024/Honolulu Zoo

This striking photograph from the Dave Bullock / eecue collection, taken on May 22, 2024, showcases a Golden Lion Tamarin, a small and critically endangered primate native to the Atlantic coastal forests of Brazil. Photographed at the Honolulu Zoo as part of the 2024 album, the image captures the vivid golden-orange fur and expressive features of this animal, highlighting the importance of conservation efforts. The tamarin's intense gaze and the soft lighting provide a serene yet poignant reminder of the fragile beauty residing in our planet's biodiversity.