Cuddly with a chance of deadly venom.
THE ONLY VENOMOUS PRIMATE
Slow Loris
Slow Lorises—a small group of wide-eyed, nocturnal primates found in the forests of South and Southeast Asia —might look adorable, but think twice before snuggling up to one. The only venomous primate in the world, these creatures pack a bite that can trigger an anaphylactic shock in an adult human and is potentially fatal. Slow Lorises use their venomous bite during territorial disputes, and such bites are a major cause of premature death among captive Slow Loris population in zoos.
The cute, wide-eyed Slow Loris is also a victim of the illegal pet trade. In order to make them more appealing to customers, they usually have their sharp incisors cut or pulled out, an operation that could easily result in death.
Hard to Spot Creatures that Pack a Deadly Bite
These nocturnal primates are hard to spot in the wild, we were able to take photographs of this specimen here because he decided to roost on the trees right along the boardwalk towards Platform B! With a bit of luck, guests may be able to capture a moment with these adorable critters too — just look out for those sharp venomous teeth.
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