19K views · 1.2K reactions | Today is Endangered Species Day, created to spread awareness about the importance of protecting endangered species, and the necessary actions needed to protect them. One of the simplest steps we can take:  Don't like or share animal posts that encourage illegal pet trade. From near threated to critically endangered, these are just a few of the animals in our care. | Milwaukee County Zoo | Facebook

12K views · 1.4K reactions | One day can make a difference....

The pet trade affects a number of endangered species, including some Zoo favorites like our hooded capuchins and black-handed spider monkeys like Bungee. Because of their complex social structures, dietary needs, and primate-specific behaviors, monkeys are not suitable pets—but that doesn't stop poachers from taking them from the wild. So if you want to help protect endangered species world-wide, make sure to be a responsible pet owner and research any pet you plan to bring home. #EndangeredSpec