Capron Park Zoo is in full celebration mode thanks to the arrival of a new baby monkey that’s taking over the internet. The Massachusetts-based zoo recently announced the birth of an infant Bolivian gray titi monkey that has overwhelmed readers with its adorableness and small stature. The male infant named Gollum was born in January and already has captured the hearts of many.

Right at the tail of the viral monkey Punch, this small gray titi monkey is another example of how these precious creatures are equally as enchanting as any other species. While we await seeing Gollum grow and learn, the zoo’s first photos leave us enamoured with the small infant.

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Readers React to the Arrival of Gollum

The new infant monkey, Gollum, was born to parents Fritz and Madidi on Friday, January 23rd. Fritz and Madidi have already made history as the zoo’s first Bolivian gray titi monkey pair, and they made their official debut in February 2025. Both monkeys arrived at the zoo after being recommended as a breeding pair by AZA’s Species Survival Plan. Previously, Fritz resided at Staten Island Zoo in New York, while Mom Madidi hails from Buttonwood Park Zoo in Massachusetts.

Sharing responsibilities for the new infant, it’s typical for male titi monkeys to take charge of the infant when it isn’t nursing. The new titi monkey family is now available for viewing at the zoo in their Nocturnal Building.

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For avid monkey and zoo lovers, the arrival of Gollum brought a celebratory feel to the comment section, including many references to the infant’s name. One reader wrote, “Is he named Gollum because he’s…..PRECIOUSSSSS?” In reality, I think we all had this same question.

Another person added, “Saw him a few weeks ago! Couldn’t believe how tiny and perfect!” A third reader also added their experience with, “We spotted this adorable new addition on Valentines Day! They are the cutest little family.”

As the family gets acquainted and teaches the new infant the ways of living, the birth reminds everyone of the importance of zoos’ survival plans that help stabilize and revitalize the population numbers of certain species. Now, with the arrival of Gollum, we can all bear witness to the life of the Bolivian gray titi Monkey from birth into adulthood.

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This story was originally published by PawNation on Mar 7, 2026, where it first appeared in the News section. Add PawNation as a Preferred Source by clicking here.