We are pleased to announce that a female Chimpanzee named "Kei" has arrived at our zoo from Tobu Zoo (Minami-Saitama District, Saitama Prefecture).

Chimpanzee that came to the park Name: Kei Sex: Female Age 36 Date of birth: July 4, 1980, born at Yatsu Amusement Park Transferred to Tobu Zoo on March 25, 1981. Date of visit Tuesday, June 6, 2017 background At Tama Zoo, we are working to breed rare animals through mutual cooperation among our zoos and aquariums. This time, "Kei" will be coming to our zoo from Tobu Zoo with the aim of forming new Chimpanzee pairs and promoting breeding within Japan. Regarding disclosure I will be staying in a restricted area for a while. We will announce the opening date on our website as soon as it is decided.

Chimpanzee "Kei"

Animal care status at Tama Zoo (as of June 8, 2017)
19 individuals (6 males, 13 females) *This includes "Kei," who arrived at the zoo this time.
In Japan as a whole, a total of 316 zoos (137 males and 179 females) are kept at 50 facilities, including Tama Zoo.

(June 8, 2017)